£45,000 raised to support cancer services in charity walk

The walk, known as the Titty Trail, took place in Aberystwyth earlier this month and saw more than 370 participants cover 10.5 miles to raise funds for Lingen Davies Cancer Support.

The charity introduced the event in 2023 to coincide with breast cancer awareness month, aiming to raise funds and awareness about cancer.

Emilie Kerr, events and marketing lead for Lingen Davies, said: "This is the charity’s fourth Titty Trail, and I can confidently say that it was our best yet – more participants, more awareness, and more fun than ever before.

"Every year, the name raises a few eyebrows but that’s what it’s all about – to spark lifesaving discussions about breast cancer and highlight the signs and symptoms both men and women need to look out for.

"I’m delighted to officially reveal that Titty Trail 2026 raised over £45,000 thanks to the outstanding efforts of everyone who took part.

"This money will help us develop our work to transform local cancer services, including funding equipment and holistic programmes to better support local people facing cancer."

The event began at Aberystwyth University Student’s Union on Saturday, October 10.

A second walk took place the following day at Coalbrookdale Community Centre near Ironbridge.

This year marked the first time the Shropshire route was held in Ironbridge, a move that supports the charity’s £5 million Sunflower Appeal.

The appeal aims to fund a new Lingen Davies Cancer Centre at Telford’s Princess Royal Hospital by 2029.

The walk took participants over the Iron Bridge and through scenic woodlands.

Ms Kerr thanked supporters and sponsors, including Aberystwyth University Student’s Union and Shropshire Homes, for making the event possible.

Sophie Morris from Oswestry took part in the Shropshire walk and plans to return next year.

Ms Morris said: "A group of us took part in the Shropshire event last year when it was in Bishop’s Castle, and we just knew we wanted to do it again.

"The atmosphere this year was incredible, and we met so many people with different reasons for taking part – some had recently finished treatment, some were walking in memory of their loved ones, and others were walking to help raise money for Lingen Davies’ Sunflower Appeal to enhance local cancer services.

"We’re already talking about getting an even bigger group of us together next year."