What is The Aviva Weekend to Breakthrough Breast Cancer?

The Aviva Weekend to Breakthrough Breast Cancer is simply this - an unforgettable adventure. During one amazing weekend, , thousands of women and men will unite in to walk 60 kilometres in a bold display of courage and commitment. It's a weekend of hope, as we honour those we've lost, celebrate the living, and help eradicate breast cancer for good. This extraordinary weekend is about finding the hero in yourself and discovering strength you never knew you had. The money you raise will benefit Breakthrough Breast Cancer, the UK leader in the fight against breast cancer.

One in every nine British women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Maybe someone in your life has been affected. It could be your mother, sister, wife, daughter, son, or a friend. The Aviva Weekend to Breakthrough Breast Cancer is your chance to do something more. Something bold in the fight against this disease. The Aviva Weekend to Breakthrough Breast Cancer is a journey you will never forget.

And it's your chance to break through breast cancer.

Select the image below to hear walkers describe The Weekend in their own words:

Will I Be Able to Walk That Far?

Absolutely! You don't have to be an athlete to participate. This event is for all kinds of people: mothers, fathers, grandparents, friends, and everyone living with breast cancer too! All you need is compassion and a commitment to fight breast cancer. It will be a challenge, but that's exactly what makes it so meaningful. Our team of coaches is available to help work out a training plan that fits in with your life and will get you in shape for the walk.

It's not a race, so you can walk at your own pace, meeting the people around you, sharing your stories and making new friends. If for any reason you can't continue, there will be support vehicles along the route to take you to the campsite.

How Do I Train?

Whatever your fitness level, our informative Aviva Weekend to Breakthrough Breast Cancer handbook will help you train for the event gradually. And we have a staff of coaches to answer your questions and help you put together a training plan that works for you. We will also organise Training Walks throughout the area where you can get used to long-distance walking, and meet others who will be on the event with you. Please feel free to call us on or email us at . We understand that people have full time jobs and full time lives; our coaches are happy to help you figure out a training plan that fits your schedule.

How Do I Raise Money?

In order to walk in The Aviva Weekend to Breakthrough Breast Cancer, each participant must raise at least £1,500 for the cause. You may have never raised money before, but don't worry. We've helped thousands of people raise millions of pounds for breast cancer causes, and we'll help you every step of the way. After you register, we'll send you complete information on how to be a successful fundraiser. We also have a staff of coaches to give you advice, inspire you, and help you exceed your fundraising goals. Many participants actually double the fundraising minimum as their personal fundraising goal and end up raising over £3,000!

There are hundreds of different ways to fundraise, give us a call on we'll find the best way for you. Start talking with family and friends about your commitment to the fight against breast cancer. Tell them that you are going to walk 60 kilometres in one weekend because no one should have to suffer with this terrible disease. They will be amazed by your courage and you'll be surprised by their generosity. You're doing something that many people have never dared to do; joining a community that believes that if we work together, we can make a difference. Once you get going you'll be surprised by what a successful fundraiser you are!

For more information on fundraising, visit out fundraising page.

All proceeds from The Aviva Weekend to Breakthrough Breast Cancer will help fund the critical work of Breakthrough Breast Cancer, a leading charity committed to fighting the disease through research and education. Having established the UK's first dedicated breast cancer research centre, Breakthrough's scientific work ultimately aims to eradicate breast cancer by discovering its causes, finding methods of prevention and developing new treatments.

Breakthrough also campaigns for policies that support breast cancer research and better services, as well as promoting breast cancer education and awareness among the public, policy makers, health professionals, and the media.

Am I On My Own When I'm On the Road?

Not at all! We're with you every step of the way. It begins on Friday when you'll check in, meet your fellow participants, and kick off the event with a smile. Along the route, Pit Stops will provide you with water, sports drinks, snacks, plenty of portable toilets, and lunch. At the campsite Saturday night, you'll have hot meals, hot showers, and a cozy tent to spend the night in. You can eat a hot, nutritious dinner and then enjoy the evening's entertainment or spend some time getting to know new friends.

We also transport your luggage for you when you're out walking, so you don't have to worry about hauling heavy luggage with you on the route.

The journey ends on Sunday with the inspiring, joyous Closing Ceremony, where you'll be greeted and congratulated by your family and friends. It's an incredible moment that you'll cherish for the rest of your life.

The route is planned and clearly marked to maximise safety and provide a meaningful experience. Though we cannot disclose the route ahead of time, we will let you know the locations of the starting point, the campsite, and the ending point. Please be assured that we will plan the safest, most scenic route possible.

Call us on or email us at  to register or to learn more about the event.