More than 1,300 hikers went the extra mile along the Gower Peninsula on 27th June taking on a Macmillan Cancer Support Mighty Hike and raising an incredible £477,649 so far to help fund vital Macmillan information and support services for people living with cancer.
Walking 13 or 26 miles along the stunning coastline, hikers faced a physically demanding challenge, powered by personal reasons, determination and a shared commitment to support others.
The charity says the response from walkers has been fantastic.
Sacha shared: “What an amazing day. Thank you to all the helpers around the route, you were all amazing. Especially the Macmillan gentleman I saw at the lunch stop, the last pit stop and then again at the finish line. You spurred me on and kept me going”
Elizabeth said: “Still bouncing from today. Such a fantastic experience. Just awesome humans, every one of you, from hikers to volunteers and organisers.”
Lauren McEvoy, Mighty Hike Team Manager at Macmillan Cancer Support, says:
“The Mighty Hike community is truly inspiring. It’s incredible to see so many people come together on the Gower Peninsula, pushing themselves through a tough physical challenge, all to support people living with cancer.
“We’re so grateful to every single person who took part and helped raise £477,649 so far. Every step taken and every pound raised will help us continue to provide vital support to people who need it most.
“There are still some places available at a small number of our other Macmillan Mighty Hikes this summer, so sign up now at mightyhikes.macmillan.org.uk.”
