Pink Ribbonwalk
In 2014 our Pink Ribbonwalks turn 10! If you want to join the birthday celebrations, then register your interest here:
Pink Ribbonwalk
About
We'd like to say a massive thank you to all our Pink Ribbonwalkers. Almost 2,000 of your walked the routes accross the UK and we're on target to raise a huge amount to help anyone affected by breast cancer. Please remember to pass your sponsorship money on to us by Friday 19 July.
We'd also like to thank all our volunteers. None of these events would have happened without you, so thank you.
In 2014 we'll be celebrating 10 years of Pink Ribbonwalks! Dates and venues will be confirmed in the autumn, register to be the first to find out all about them:
These were the venues for our 2013 Pink Ribbonwalk events:
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| Leeds Castle, Kent Saturday 8 June 2013 |
Marble Hill Park, Twickenham, London Saturday 15 June 2013 |
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Questions?
Please email prwsponsorship@breastcancercare.org.uk or call 0870 145 0101 for all queries regarding your sponsorship and how to pay in your money. For enquiries regarding the 2014 Pink Ribbonwalk please contact pinkribbonwalk@breastcancercare.org.uk |
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FAQs
General information
When and where are the Pink Ribbonwalk events?
Where can I find out more information about the venues?
Who can take part in the Pink Ribbonwalk?
Costs and sponsorship
How much is it to take part in the Pink Ribbonwalk?
How much sponsorship do I have to raise?
Why is there a minimum sponsorship amount of £175 to take part in the Pink Ribbonwalk?
Signing up
Can I take part as a team? (Take a look at the 'Teams' section for further details)
Arriving on the day
What time do the Pink Ribbonwalk events start?
Will car parking be available?
Is there somewhere nearby I can stay?
Can I start the Pink Ribbonwalk earlier than the official timetable?
During the walk
How long will it take to walk the 20-mile and 10-mile route?
Will the 10-mile and 20-mile walkers meet on the day?
Where can my friends and family go on the day?
Will there be any food or refreshments provided?
What support will I be given on the route?
Can I run the Pink Ribbonwalk?
Is the route accessible for wheelchair users?
The finish line
Where do the Pink Ribbonwalk events finish?
What will happen when I finish?
Other FAQs
If I don’t want to take part in the event can I help instead?
The Pink Ribbonwalk is a fundraising event for Breast Cancer Care. There were five walks in 2013, each with two circular routes: 20-miles and 10-miles.
When and where are the Pink Ribbonwalk events?
The dates for the Breast Cancer Care 2013 Pink Ribbonwalk events were:
Blenheim Palace, Oxfordshire – Saturday 11 May 2013
Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1PX
Scone Palace, Perth – Saturday 18 May 2013
Perth, Scotland PH2 6BD
Petworth House, West Sussex – Saturday 1 June 2013
Petworth, West Sussex GU28 0AE
Leeds Castle, Kent – Saturday 8 June 2013
Maidstone, Kent, ME17 1PL
Marble Hill Park, Twickenham, London – Saturday 15 June 2013
Richmond Road, Twickenham, London TW1 2NL
Where can I find out more information about the 2013 venues?
More information on the venues can be found at:
Who can take part in the Pink Ribbonwalk?
The Pink Ribbonwalk is open to women and men of all abilities. The minimum age to take part is 16, and those under the age of 18 must be with a responsible adult at all times. We request that there is at least one adult present for every two underage participants.
It doesn't matter if you are an experienced walker or have never done anything like this before as long as you put in the training. It's designed to be challenging but achievable. Please remember that the routes will take in some hills so do some hill walks during your training.
There is plenty of time to train. Training tips are included in your support pack, which you will receive when you sign up. You will be supported every step of the way by Breast Cancer Care.
How much sponsorship do I have to raise?
Each participant must raise a minimum of £175 in sponsor money (in addition to the £30 entry fee). This must reach Breast Cancer Care by Friday 19 July 2013.
Why is there a minimum sponsorship amount of £175 to take part in the Pink Ribbonwalk?
The Pink Ribbonwalk is a fundraising event and the money raised from this event will help Breast Cancer Care to continue to provide our vital services to those affected by breast cancer. We ask for a minimum amount so that we can estimate how much we will be able to raise, and commit these funds to our services. We feel this fundraising sum also reflects the scale and difficulty of the challenge.
Online: Sign up
or telephone: 0870 145 0101
Participants enter on a first come, first served basis. Entries close once the event limit is reached for health and safety reasons or two weeks before the date of the event. We strongly encourage you to sign up straight away, which would also give you more time to raise your minimum £175 sponsorship. We ask for a minimum amount so that we can estimate how much we will be able to raise, and commit these funds to our services. We feel this fundraising sum also reflects the scale and difficulty of the challenge.
What time do the Pink Ribbonwalk events start?
The start ceremony for the 20-mile walks is at 9.15am. Walkers then set off together at 9.30am.
The start ceremony for the 10-mile walks is at 11.45am. Walkers then set off together at 12 noon.
Yes you will be able to enter on the day. Go to the registration marquee where you will be given your walking number. You will also be able to pick up a T-shirt and pink ribbon from the main marquee.
Yes, you may walk as part of a team. However, you must each enter individually for the event you're taking part in. Please see our 10 easy steps to setting up a team for more information.
Yes. If you are unable to take part on the day, a friend or relative can take your place by completing a swap form. Go to the registration tent
Will car parking be available?
Parking facilities are available for all participants and their supporters. Each participant will receive a car park pass nearer the time to gain free entry into the grounds to park in the Pink Ribbonwalk designated car park. Please follow the directions of the car parking stewards on arrival. Allow extra time for your journey as the roads on the approach to the venues may be busy.
How long will it take to walk the 20-mile and 10-mile route?
The 20-mile walks usually take between six and nine hours to complete, including rest stops. The 10-mile walks between three and five hours including rest stops.
Will the 10-mile and 20-mile walkers meet on the day?
There will be two separate start times for the 10-mile and 20-mile walkers, but the routes have been designed so walkers will all come together at a certain point. This means there's the chance to walk back to the finish line together for a triumphant celebration!
Where do the Pink Ribbonwalk events finish?
The Pink Ribbonwalk routes are circular so you'll finish back at the start venue.
Where can my friends and family go on the day?
‘Cheering Stations’ will be positioned at various points along the routes. These can be reached by car so do invite friends and family who wish to offer support to come along. Further details will be provided in your monthly e-newsletters. If they'd like to volunteer to help on the day please see the volunteering section.
These walks take place through beautiful surroundings. As the walks are in the countryside (with exception of Marble Hill Park, which takes in some of the Royal Parks) you will encounter all sorts of terrain including fields, country and private lanes, grassy meadows, uneven farmland, undulating forest trails, footpaths and riverside walks. There will be some steep sections as well as some longer hills, so please ensure you include some hill walking in your training programme.
You'll have to walk in single file along some sections, and there'll also be a small number of roads to cross, with caution. These will be marshalled at all times. Because most walks are in the countryside there are some stiles. We've tried to minimise these and, where possible, there'll be marshals to help walkers over them if needed.
There'll be toilets at the start and finish, and at rest stops at regular intervals along the route (about every three to five miles).
Will there be any food or refreshments?
There'll be water at the rest stops at regular intervals along the route, along with some fruit and snacks to keep your energy up. However, we recommend that you carry some water and your lunch with you in your daypack. A celebratory BBQ will be provided for you when you cross the finish line.
Is there somewhere nearby I can stay?
There's a wide selection of hotels and guesthouses in the local areas. Find a local bed and breakfast.
What support will I be given on the route?
You'll be well supported and guided throughout the walk and there will always be someone friendly to talk and walk with. Pink Ribbonwalk signs will be clearly placed all the way along the route.
At regular intervals there will be marshals to help guide and encourage you. They are there to ensure you enjoy your special day so if they offer any advice, it's worth listening to it.
There'll be several rest stops with volunteers to help answer any questions. There'll be a contact number for us on the day in case you need any assistance while on the route.
To help identify participants, please wear your free Pink Ribbonwalk T-shirt and personal walking number.
Can I run the Pink Ribbonwalk?
Because the Pink Ribbonwalk is a walking event, running isn't allowed. This is for your safety, and that of other participants and the general public, with whom we share parts of the routes.
Can I start the Pink Ribbonwalk earlier than the official timetable?
We can't let anyone start the walk early as our route marshals and medics won't be in places.
What will happen when I finish?
You'll get a well-deserved medal and a BBQ meal when you cross the finish line (your friends and family are also welcome to buy the BBQ meal). And there'll be some special treats as our way of saying thank you for your hard work and dedication.
As there are some less accessible sections and some stiles we cannot allow children or pushchairs on the route, although they are more than welcome to come and cheer you on.
Is the route accessible for wheelchair users?
If you would like to join the Pink Ribbonwalk and are a wheelchair user please contact pinkribbonwalk@breastcancercare.org.uk to find out more.
Dogs must be under the control of their owner and kept on a lead at all times. You need to be happy that it's capable of completing the 10 or 20-mile route. We recommend that it comes with you on your training so it's used to walking long distances, at your pace and on a lead. You'll also need to bring a dog bowl as they won't be provided along the route. Previously when it's been hot, some dogs weren't able to finish. The routes pass through farmland where there are sheep, cows and horses as well as parkland with deer.
If I don’t want to take part in the event can I help instead?
We're always looking for volunteers to help make the Pink Ribbonwalk a success. We're looking for people on the day to come and help with a variety of roles. For more information see our Volunteer information.
If you have any further questions then you can get in touch with us by emailing ribbonwalk@breastcancercare.org.uk or calling 0870 145 0101
Join the Committee
Join a Pink Ribbonwalk Committee
Committees are made up of a small group of people who live close to where our Pink Ribbonwalk events take place and who are supporters of the charity. They meet three to four times before the event to discuss and brainstorm ideas to build awareness and increase numbers taking place, as well as recommend local suppliers and contacts to use on the day. A Breast Cancer Care representative will be present at each meeting.
If you are interested in joining a committee, or know of anyone else who would be, get in touch by emailing pinkribbonwalk@breastcancercare.org.uk
