This year, the Great Dames are running and fundraising for the Chariots' Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity, which provides specialist nurses and support for seriously ill children across the UK.

Thousands of children and young people across the UK, including those in the East of England, live with serious and complex conditions.

All fundraising from this event will be used to expand the charity's impact across Cambridge and the surrounding areas, ensuring that families in the local community receive the personalised, compassionate care they need.

Roald Dahl’s Marvellous Children’s Charity is not government funded and relies on public donations. 100% of all fundraising goes directly to supporting families.

This year's Great Dames team would be thrilled to have your support.

Thank you from The Great Dames 2025:

Dame Mary Archer

Dame Clare Grey

Dame Louise Makin

Dame Theresa Marteau

Dame Sue Owen

Dame Nicola Stephenson

The Great Dames team 2024 plus their team coach.

From L to R: Dame Sue Owen, Dame Theresa Marteau, Dame Mary Archer, team coach Jeffrey Archer, Dame Clare Moriarty, Dame Anne Richards , Dame Clare Grey