In a powerful display of unity, hope and determination, more than 1,000 people donned pink and walked through the grounds of Blenheim Palace this weekend on Saturday 10th May, as part of Breast Cancer Now’s Pink Ribbon Walk, raising crucial funds for breast cancer research and support.
Now in its 20th anniversary year, the Pink Ribbon Walk has become one of Breast Cancer Now’s most treasured and enduring fundraising events. Since its inception, over 50,000 participants have taken part, raising more than £15 million to help change the lives of those affected by breast cancer.
A Step Towards Hope
Participants took on 10-mile and 20-mile routes through the iconic Oxfordshire landscape, each step marking a personal journey, whether in honour of a loved one, in celebration of survival, or in remembrance. With around 55,000 women and 400 men diagnosed with breast cancer annually in the UK, the need for continued research and support services remains critical.
This year’s Blenheim Palace walk held a deeper meaning, marking two decades of collective action, resilience, and shared stories. At the heart of the route stood the Pink Ribbon Display, a poignant installation filled with handwritten messages of hope, remembrance, and strength from walkers past and present.
Olympic Inspiration
Former Olympian and Breast Cancer Now ambassador Donna Fraser opened the event with a spirited warm-up before joining participants on the challenging 20-mile route.
Local Voices
Our very own Samantha McGregor was one of the many walkers on the day.
“Seeing so many people united for such a vital cause is truly moving,” Sam said. “Together, we are walking for progress, for breakthroughs in research and for better support for everyone facing breast cancer.”
Walking for Change
Kate Rham, Head of Events at Breast Cancer Now, expressed heartfelt gratitude:
“We want to thank everyone who took part in Breast Cancer Now’s Blenheim Palace Pink Ribbon Walk this weekend. It was incredible to see so many people taking a step forward for people affected by breast cancer.
“One in seven women in the UK will develop breast cancer in their lifetime. By taking part in a Pink Ribbon Walk, you’re helping to fund our life-saving research and life-changing support for people affected by this devastating disease.”
The event brought together families, friends, survivors, and supporters, creating a powerful community driven by compassion and purpose.
More Walks Ahead
If you missed the Oxfordshire event, you can register your interest for 2026. There are still opportunities to get involved elsewhere though. Upcoming Pink Ribbon Walks include:
- Crieff Hydro, Scotland – Saturday 31 May 2025
- Chatsworth House, Derbyshire – Saturday 21 June 2025
Whether you’re a first-time walker or seasoned hiker, these events offer the chance to take part in something truly impactful.
Join the Movement
For those inspired to walk, fundraise, or simply learn more, visit breastcancernow.org/
Together, every mile walked brings us closer to a future where no one faces breast cancer alone
