Walker hopes to inspire others to take part in Girls Night Out

Among the first to sign up for the event, Shelagh Smith will be donning her bunny ears for the second time this year and hopes her story will inspire others to pull on their walking shoes and support the Hospice.

Shelagh said: “I walked Girls Night Out for the first time last year, the furthest I have ever walked in one go.

“I have used St Nic’s professionally in my job role, I lost two friends from cancer last year and my Mum 21 years ago when she was 55.

“I was diagnosed with uterine cancer just before Christmas last year. I had a hysterectomy in February and recovered really well now walking about 8km, I am a lucky one and need no more treatment.

“The GNO walk is my goal.”

A Girls Night Out message from Zumba Jo

Here's Jo from the Zumba Chickz sharing a message of support for everyone thinking of taking part in this year's Girls Night Out.

“I’ve been a part of the GNO event for the past six years and couldn’t imagine not being involved in it again this year. When else can you get away with going for a walk with friends and family in your pyjamas and flashing pink bunny ears?

“The event is such a huge fundraiser for the Hospice which offer an invaluable service and support. Both of which you never know when you or a loved one will need so I look forward to warming you up, albeit virtually and hope to see some of you on my walk. Whoop whoop.”

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