PEOPLE across York are being urged to join a neon glowing night-time walking event for Cancer Research UK.
The charity’s annual Shine Night Walk is set to take place on Saturday, September 28 - and anyone who signs up between August 21 and 2 September can claim 30 per cent off the entry fee by using the code SNWAUG24.
Cancer Research UK spokesperson for North Yorkshire, Lisa Millett, said: “September 28 is York’s time to shine. Last year’s participants certainly played their part, raising a fantastic £104,908 so, we’re delighted Shine Night Walk is returning to the city.
“We’re working towards a world where everybody lives longer, better lives, free from the fear of cancer. A world where more cancers are prevented, where people with cancer are diagnosed at the earliest possible stage and given kinder, more targeted treatments. But our scientists need more support to go the distance.
“That’s why we hope everyone will grab their glowsticks, walk for loved ones, walk for future generations and walk with friends old and new to help make our vision a reality. Nearly 1 in 2 of us will get cancer in our lifetime. All of us can support the research that will beat it.”
Entries are open now for the 10k event, where participants can choose to raise money for the cancer type closest to their hearts. This includes prostate cancer, breast cancer, bowel cancer, lung cancer, ovarian cancer, brain tumours, children’s cancers and leukaemia, amongst others.
Or they can give their backing to life-saving research to improve the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the disease.
York is one of just 16 locations across the UK selected to host a Shine Night Walk in 2024.
The event starts at Rowntree Park at 7pm, when participants will take to the city’s streets in a fun and inspirational parade of light that will help beat cancer one step at a time. Passing some of York’s famous landmarks, the route takes in Clifford’s Tower, York Minster and Micklegate Bar.
By taking part in Shine Night Walk, supporters of all abilities can help fund vital work such as this. Training advice is available on the website.10k is just over 6 miles and takes between 1.5 to 3 hours to complete. Participants can go at their own pace, from a leisurely stroll to a lively stride or a full-on power walk passing the city’s well-loved landmarks.
Lisa said: “Taking part isn’t about being first over the finish line, it’s about helping our scientists go further and faster in the fight against cancer. In the last 50 years, we’ve helped double survival in the UK. That adds up to millions more precious moments for people affected by this devastating disease and their families. Now we’re urging supporters in York to step up and help power more progress. Together, we are beating cancer.”
People can also shine a light for those affected by cancer by volunteering on the night.
To enter or volunteer visit shinewalk.org
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