Grant Holt joins Superformula Group and Anglian Chemicals for 93-mile ‘The Big Walk’ in support of Big C and East Anglian Air Ambulance

Former Norwich City footballer Grant Holt is joining Tom Burkill, Managing Director and Mark Pollard, Financial Director from Superformula Group and Anglian Chemicals for an ambitious 93-mile fundraising challenge in support of Big C and East Anglian Air Ambulance.

‘The Big Walk’ will be a four-day challenge which will see three walkers set off from East Anglian Air Ambulance’s Cambridge base in the early hours of Friday 9 October, before finishing at the air ambulance’s Norwich base on Monday 12 October.

The challenge brings both charities together in a uniquely designed route that starts and ends at East Anglian Air Ambulance bases, while tracing a giant ‘C’ in recognition of Big C.

The walkers hope to raise vital funds and awareness for Big C and East Anglian Air Ambulance, two charities that support thousands of people across the region every year.

Big C provides holistic support for people affected by cancer, while East Anglian Air Ambulance delivers critical emergency medical care and life-saving treatment when every second counts.

Grant Holt said, “I’ve seen first-hand how important charities can be to families facing some of life’s toughest moments. Cancer has affected my own family and it’s a cause that’s close to my heart.

I’m proud to be joining The Big Walk alongside the team from Superformula Group and Anglian Chemicals to raise money, create awareness and hopefully inspire people to get behind two fantastic charities. It’s going to be tough, but that’s part of the challenge. We know every mile will help support the incredible work both organisations do every day.”

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Grant Holt is no stranger to endurance fundraising. In recent years, he has completed a 100-mile walking challenge in support of Big C and a separate 150-mile walk, helping to raise significant funds for Big C as well as Community Sports Foundation.

Tom Burkill, Managing Director at Superformula Group, said, “We’re incredibly excited to take on The Big Walk with Grant who has been a superb support to our charity fundraising efforts already over the years. Both Big C and East Anglian Air Ambulance make a huge difference to people across our region. We wanted to create a challenge that would not only raise vital funds but also shine a spotlight on the incredible work these charities do. Walking 93 miles will certainly test us, but it’s nothing compared to the challenges faced by many of the people supported by Big C and East Anglian Air Ambulance. We have the most incredible support from the teams at Blakely and Desira Motor Company, with Blakely generously donating our clothing for the walk and water bottles, and an amazing support car provided by Desira, for the duration of the walk.”

Karen Vincent, Chief Executive at Big C said, “We’re hugely grateful to Grant, Tom, Mark and everyone involved in The Big Walk for choosing to support Big C. Every pound raised will help us continue to provide free support, advice and wellbeing services for people affected by cancer across Norfolk. We will be cheering the team on all the way and hope that people and businesses across the region will get behind this inspiring challenge.”

Luke Abendroth, Corporate Fundraising Lead at East Anglian Air Ambulance, said, “The support of fundraisers like Grant and the Superformula team is vital to helping East Anglian Air Ambulance continue delivering 24/7 lifesaving critical care across the region. The Big Walk is an inspiring challenge and we’re delighted that funds raised will support our mission. We’ll be cheering the team on from Cambridge to Norwich!”

Businesses can also get involved by sponsoring 10-mile blocks of the challenge at £1,000 per block. Each sponsor will have their brand featured on T-shirts worn during their sponsored section, with the team going live on Grant Holt’s social media channels during that stretch. Sponsors will also be included and tagged in future social media posts connected to The Big Walk, giving companies a visible way to support two much-loved regional charities while helping raise awareness across a wider audience.

To find out more about The Big Walk, donate or sponsor a 10-mile block in support of Big C Cancer Charity and East Anglian Air Ambulance, please visit the official fundraising page at www.givewheel.com/fundraising/21173/the-big-walk/

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King’s Lynn community raises enough money to fund over 6,000 hours of specialist cancer support as Big C shop celebrates first anniversary

Big C’s charity shop in King’s Lynn is celebrating its first anniversary this month, marking a year of community support that has helped make a real difference to local families affected by cancer.

Since opening its doors on Broad Street in August 2025, the shop has become a valued part of the town centre, welcoming customers, donors and volunteers who have embraced the charity’s mission to support people affected by cancer across Norfolk.

The support of local people has had a remarkable impact. Since opening, purchases and donations through the King’s Lynn shop have raised enough money to fund over 6,000 support and information sessions with Big C’s specialist nurses and support team.

Big C provides free support, information and wellbeing services to anyone affected by cancer, and the charity’s specialist nurses offer practical and emotional support to people diagnosed and their loved ones during some of life’s most challenging moments.

At the heart of the shop’s success are its dedicated volunteers. Over the past year, volunteers have generously given 3,901 hours of their time, supporting day-to-day operations, creating a welcoming shopping experience and helping to raise vital funds for Big C’s services.

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Suzanne Comaskey, Retail Operations Manager at Big C said, “It has been an incredible first year for our King’s Lynn shop. Every contribution has made a difference, whether that’s donating items, shopping with us or volunteering time to support the shop.

“We’re particularly proud that the support shown by our King’s Lynn customers has raised enough money to fund over 6,000 support and information sessions since we opened.”

The shop has established itself as a destination for shoppers looking for something special. Alongside a wide range of quality pre-loved items, it features a popular self-service bridal and prom dress section, helping customers find affordable outfits for life’s milestone moments.

Craft enthusiasts have also embraced the shop’s dedicated craft corner, which offers a variety of crafting materials and supplies ready for a new creative project.

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The charity shop has also made a positive contribution to sustainability within the local community, giving over 59,000 pre-loved items a second life.

Karen Vincent, Chief Executive at Big C said, “The first year of our King’s Lynn shop has shown just how important local support can be. We’re incredibly grateful to the King’s Lynn community for embracing Big C so warmly and helping us make a meaningful difference to local families affected by cancer.”

To thank customers, supporters and volunteers for helping make the shop’s first year such a success, Big C is inviting the community to join its anniversary celebrations on Friday 28 and Saturday 29 August.

Visitors can enjoy a lucky dip, tombola, cake and refreshments, as well as the chance to take part in a “Name the Bear” competition. There will also be a special 50% off sale on dresses and ladies’ trousers during the two-day event.

The celebrations will take place from 9.30am to 4.30pm at the Big C King’s Lynn charity shop, 38 Broad Street, King’s Lynn, PE30 1DP.

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NNUH Support Centre temporarily relocated from 1 September

Please be aware that our NNUH Support Centre will be closed on Friday 28 August and temporarily relocated from 1 September while essential maintenance work takes place to improve the flooring throughout the centre.

We appreciate this may cause some inconvenience and are very sorry for any disruption this may cause.

The work is expected to take around two weeks, and we will keep you updated as soon as we have a confirmed reopening date.

In the meantime, we will continue to support our service users from a temporary pop-up support centre in West Annex 3 at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital alongside a presence in the Colney Centre.

All services via appointments have been relocated to our City Support Centre on Dereham Road.

Information posters will be displayed at our NNUH Support Centre during the closure, including details of the temporary arrangements and a map to help you find the pop-up locations.

Please give us a call on 0800 092 7640 if you have any questions or queries during this time.

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Important data security notice

We are sorry to inform you of a cyber security incident involving Beacon, the third-party Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system we use to securely manage donor and supporter contact information.

We understand that this news may be concerning, and we are treating the matter seriously.

Beacon has experienced unauthorised access to its systems. Based on the information currently available, it is possible that some personal information relating to our contacts was involved in this incident. This may include sensitive information such as name, date of birth, email address, postal address, phone number and whether someone is a service user.

Importantly, we have been advised that no financial or payment information was involved in this incident and that it does not affect our Patient Management System, which contains information relating to appointments and support provided by Big C.

We sincerely apologise for any worry or inconvenience caused. We know how important it is to protect your personal information and want to reassure you that we are treating this matter with the utmost seriousness. We are working closely with Beacon to understand the full circumstances of the incident and any potential impact.

Please see the below FAQs for further information, but do not hesitate to contact us on dataprotection@big-c.co.uk or 01603 619900 if you have any questions or concerns.

Q: What happened?

Beacon’s current understanding is that unauthorised access was gained through compromised credentials, and that copies of database backups may have been accessed and downloaded. Beacon’s investigation is ongoing, but at this stage there is no evidence that any data has been published, shared or misused.

Beacon became aware of a potential security breach and notified Big C and other affected charities of the incident. They immediately engaged external cyber security specialists to contain the incident and conduct a full investigation.

Q: What data was accessed?

Currently, Beacon’s investigation has confirmed that copies of their customer’s database backups were made and likely downloaded by the unauthorised third-party. Big C is one of their customers, as well as approximately 1,500 other charities.

This data may include sensitive information such as:

  • Name
  • Date of birth
  • Email address
  • Postal address
  • Phone number, and
  • Whether a contact is a service user.

Importantly, we have been advised that the incident does not involve any financial or payment information.

This does not affect our Patient Management System that relates to appointments and support details.

Q: Who is Beacon?

Beacon CRM is a third-party customer relationship management platform designed specifically for charities. For more information on Beacon please visit their website.

Q: What has Beacon done to secure their systems?

Having identified the probable root cause of this unauthorised access, Beacon have remediated the vulnerability and reset all credentials for services and accounts integrated with Amazon Web Services (AWS). To ensure the continued security of our systems they have deployed SentinelOne Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR) and Cloud Native Security (CNS) across their environment and engineer endpoints. These security software solutions continuously scan their environment for Indicators of Compromise and suspicious activity. Alerts from these solutions are being monitored 24/7 and any Indicators of Attack or Compromise identified will be removed automatically. Through this monitoring, their external cyber security experts have been able to confirm that, since containing the initial incident, they have not identified or observed any ongoing unauthorised access to Beacon’s AWS environment or engineer / developer endpoints. 

Q: What is Big C doing in response?

We are working with Beacon to understand the full details of the incident and what information may have been affected. We have sought assurance about the steps Beacon has taken to secure its systems and will continue to monitor the situation closely. 

We have reported the incident to the ICO.

Q: What is Big C’s advice following Beacon’s data breach?

As a precaution, we recommend you:

  • Remain vigilant and take extra care with any unexpected emails, text messages or phone calls
  • Be cautious of requests for personal information
  • Avoid clicking on links or opening attachments from unknown or unexpected sources
  • Are alert to any unexpected emails, calls or messages from someone claiming to be from Big C or acting on our behalf. If you are unsure whether a message is genuine, please contact us directly at dataprotection@big-c.co.uk or call 01603 619900 to verify it.

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Big C invests in future cancer research as demand for support services continues to rise

Big C has opened applications for its 2026 PhD studentship grant round while experiencing increasing demand for its support services.

This year’s grant round comes as Big C reports a strong increase in demand for its services for the first six months of 2026:

  • Over 2,000 people have been supported so far in 2026. This is an 11% increase on last year, with more than 1,100 new service users registering for support.
  • More than 11,000 support sessions have been delivered across Norfolk, helping people diagnosed, carers and families navigate the impact of a cancer diagnosis.

Big C offers support for people of all ages and backgrounds: 72% of its service users are those directly affected by cancer, 22% are carers and 5% are bereaved, with the majority aged between 51 and 90.

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Big C supports anyone affected by cancer – from diagnosis and treatment through to life beyond cancer. Alongside these vital support services, Big C’s PhD studentships offer a unique opportunity for early-career researchers to take part in vital, world-class research into cancer.

Karen Vincent, Chief Executive at Big C, said: “Cancer research has the power to transform lives, but it begins with investing in the people and ideas that will shape the future of diagnosis, treatment and care.

“Through our PhD studentship programme, Big C is proud to support the next generation of researchers, right here in Norfolk at the Norwich Research Park.”

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Grants of up to £50,000 per studentship are available to support PhD-level research projects to a maximum of £50,000 per PhD with the remaining costs to be covered by the host institution.  

Applications are open to PhD researchers based at the University of East Anglia, or institutions across the Norwich Research Park and regional NHS trusts. Eligible projects can span a broad range of cancer-related disciplines, such as:

  • Population and behavioural research
  • Social sciences
  • Basic and translational research
  • Clinical or psychosocial research

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From Norwich to West Brom: Big C’s walking football group inspires wider impact

A walking football group run by Norfolk cancer charity Big C has helped inspire a new initiative in Birmingham, bringing together people affected by cancer through gentle exercise, friendship and team support.

Big C’s walking football group ‘Tackle Cancer’, based in Norwich, in one of the charity’s free, accessible and inclusive wellbeing sessions for anyone affected by cancer. The group offers low-intensity physical activity alongside the chance to connect with others who understand the impact of a cancer diagnosis.

The group has now inspired Cancer Kickers, a similar walking football group based in Birmingham, which gives people living with or affected by cancer the opportunity to take part in low-intensity sport, build confidence and share experiences.

Cancer Kickers founder Kevin McMahon first had the idea after visiting Big C’s Tackle Cancer group in Norwich. He said, “I wondered if there was something specifically set up for people like me, living with cancer, who like playing football but maybe with a little less intensity and more rests in between. I looked locally and there wasn’t anything, and it made me wonder if I could set one up.”

“The nearest one I found was in Norwich. I got in touch to see what they were doing and liked what I saw.”

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Kevin went on to meet with Sandwell Public Health, Leukaemia Care, Birmingham County FA and The Albion Foundation before launching Cancer Kickers in March 2025. He added: “We now have 22 people registered, and everyone brings their own story of how cancer has affected their lifestyle.”

One of Cancer Kickers’ members, Steve Moore, became a much-loved part of the group. Described as a “larger than life character”, Steve found walking football to be his “place of light and sanctuary” and “a time in the week to forget about his cancer”.

Steve was diagnosed with a form of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and sadly died in July 2025. His wife Ruth wanted to honour his wish that money donated at his funeral should be used to create a fitting tribute to his life and legacy.

The result was The Steve Moore Friendship Tournament.

Held on 13 June 2026, the tournament brought together walking football teams whose players are living with, or affected by, cancer and other significant illnesses. Big C was invited to take part alongside other charities from across the UK.

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Karen Vincent, Chief Executive at Big C, said, “It’s inspiring to see how Big C’s Tackle Cancer group has helped spark something so meaningful beyond Norfolk. Events like The Steve Moore Friendship Tournament show just how important it is for people affected by cancer and other illnesses to have opportunities to connect, be active and support one another.”

For Big C’s Tackle Cancer players, the tournament was a chance to meet like-minded people, enjoy the social side of walking football and celebrate the confidence and connection that inclusive team activity can bring.

Reflecting on the day, Ruth said: “A totally perfect day. Thank you to all the teams, The Foundation, referees and spectators for making it so. Steve would have loved it.”

Amy Goreham from Big C, who leads the Tackle Cancer group, said, “The day really couldn’t have gone any better. From banter on the bus, kindly donated by First Drive, to cheering on the sidelines, I was proud to represent Big C’s Tackle Cancer group.

“For us, it was never about the results. We’ve endured the loss of teammates Ali and Russell and see beyond the score. The players who couldn’t be there in person were present in our hearts and minds and underpinned our purpose: the sheer joy of a shared experience with friends, and showing that it’s possible to play despite a diagnosis.”

Big C’s Tackle Cancer walking football group is free to attend and open to anyone aged 18 and over who has been affected by cancer.

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Big C and Cadent team up to offer free year-round energy support

Households that have been impacted by cancer in Norfolk will now be able to access free energy efficiency support and information after Big C was added to Cadent’s award-winning Centre for Warmth programme.

The initiative will be delivered by Big C Cancer Charity, which will receive £204,000 of funding over the next two years from Cadent as part of the partnership to run the Centres for Warmth. According to Norfolk Insight, between 6,500 and 7,400 new cases of cancer are identified annually in Norfolk and Waveney, with the partnership aiming to support up to 3,000 households affected by cancer in the area.

Based in their support centres across Norfolk, energy efficiency support, such as tips and free household items that help reduce energy bills and keep people warm, will be made available to eligible households throughout the year to ensure local people affected by cancer and their families remain warm and safe all year round.

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The support will be available Monday to Friday, between 9am and 4.30pm, located at the following addresses:

– Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital (NR4 7UY)
– 17-19 Railway Rd, King’s Lynn (PE30 1NF)
– 66-70 Dereham Road, Norwich (NR2 4BU)

In addition to energy advice, the Centre for Warmth programme will raise awareness of carbon monoxide (CO), offering free CO detectors to eligible households. Free benefit eligibility checks and application support will also be provided as part of the centres’ ‘income maximisation’ offering to those affected by cancer.

One beneficiary to receive support from the partnership is Celia, who has ovarian cancer. After attending one of the Energy Workshops, Celia registered for the Priority Services Register.

Celia said: “I attended an energy workshop in January and found it really useful. There were great tips and information about being more energy efficient. It was also helpful to learn more about the dangers of carbon monoxide and receive a CO alarm for my home. In the past I have also benefitted from the Welfare Rights service, which really helped reduce the stress of completing lengthy forms. The partnership is a lovely addition to the support provided by Big C.”

Last year, Cadent partnered with Big C Cancer Charity to increase the number of specialist advisers that could help households maximise income, navigate benefits and manage energy costs in Norfolk. The successful partnership saw over 3,000 benefits claims made, as well as issued over 1,600 pieces of energy advice.

With the partnership now extending to a Centre for Warmth model, this support will be accessible throughout the year at each centre.

Karen Vincent, Chief Executive at Big C Cancer Charity, said: “A cancer diagnosis can place an enormous emotional and financial strain on individuals and families, and concerns about heating and energy costs should not add to that burden.

“We’re very grateful for Cadent’s partnership with Big C, which enables us to provide free energy advice at our centres and ensures that more people across Norfolk have access to the help they need, when they need it most.”

Nicola Campbell, Safeguarding Specialist at Cadent, said: “Cancer affects thousands of people each year, and we want to ensure that patients aren’t worried about paying their energy bills or not being able to heat their homes sufficiently throughout their treatment.

“Our Centres for Warmth are a safe space where trained advisers can offer specialist advice and practical solutions to ensure households living in vulnerable situations don’t struggle. We’re proud to work with Big C Cancer Charity and would encourage anyone who has been affected by cancer and is worried about their energy bills to visit one of the Centres.”

Cadent’s Centre for Warmth programme spans the gas distribution’s network, where over 300 community centres have been provided funding to support customers with energy efficiency tips and advice, as well as raising awareness of the dangers of carbon monoxide. With over 300 Centres in the programme, the new centres in Norfolk will ensure that those with energy concerns are able to receive support.

Cadent will be funding the Centres through Ofgem’s Vulnerability and Carbon Monoxide Initiative, which is set up to ensure people living in vulnerable situations are supported.

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Broads Tours by Norfolk Broads Direct partners with Big C Cancer Charity for NCFC Legends Charity Match

Broads Tours by Norfolk Broads Direct has partnered with Big C, the local cancer charity, as headline sponsor for a charity football match taking place on Saturday 9 May at Wroxham Football Club.

The event will see a team of Norwich City football legends go head-to-head with Help Delete Cancer FC, a non-profit organisation dedicated to raising cancer awareness and creating positive memories through community sport and fundraising events.

Now in its third year, the much-anticipated fixture offers a fun, family-friendly day out, with football action, penalty shoot-outs, a raffle, family activities and refreshments. All funds raised on the day will go directly to Big C, helping to support local people affected by cancer.

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Supporters can look forward to seeing former City favourites including Simon Lappin, Declan Rudd, Grant Holt, Mike Milligan, Ryan Jarvis, Kyle Callan-McFadden, Danny Crow, Michael Spillane and Rossi Jarvis.

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Big C was established more than 45 years ago by two young men from Norfolk who, after having to travel to London for cancer treatment, found the journey itself often more difficult than the treatment. Determined to ensure others would not face the same isolating experience, they set out to raise funds so people in Norfolk could access the best possible cancer care and support closer to home.

More than four decades on, that ambition has become a reality. Big C has raised over £50 million to support local people affected by cancer, providing emotional, practical and physical support for patients and their loved ones.

In addition, Big C funds ground-breaking research at the world-renowned Norwich Research Park, helping scientists develop new and better ways to understand, diagnose and treat cancer research that makes a difference locally, nationally and internationally.

Greg Munford, Executive Chairman of Norfolk Broads Direct said: “We are proud to be the headline sponsor of this year’s Big C charity football match, an event that brings together community, sport and a shared determination to make a difference. Big C plays a vital role in supporting people across Norfolk affected by cancer, providing care, guidance and reassurance at every stage.

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“As a Norfolk-based business built around helping people enjoy and connect with this special part of the country, we see first-hand how important organisations like Big C are in supporting those affected by cancer. Their work makes a genuine difference to people’s lives across the region, and we are delighted to support an occasion that raises both essential funds and awareness. Hosting the event here in Wroxham makes it even more special, and we look forward to seeing the community come together for such an important cause.”

Karen Vincent, Chief Executive of Big C, added: “We are incredibly grateful to Broads Tours by Norfolk Broads Direct for coming on board as headline sponsor for this year’s legends match. Support from businesses rooted in our local community makes events like this possible and helps us continue to be there for anyone affected by cancer across Norfolk. It promises to be a fantastic day and we are really looking forward to welcoming supporters to Wroxham.”

Established as a family-run attraction on the Norfolk Broads, Broads Tours by Norfolk Broads Direct has been welcoming locals and visitors to the waterways for generations and is proud to support initiatives that strengthen and support local communities.

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Norfolk Business Community Takes to the Dancefloor to Raise over £23k for Local Cancer Charity

The highly anticipated Strictly Big C fundraiser returned for a third year and was once again a spectacular success, raising over £23,000 for Big C. The glamorous evening brought together members of the local business community, who partnered with dancers from Miller Dance to learn a variety of routines and raise vital funds for local people affected by cancer.

Held at the Holiday Inn Norwich North, the event was hosted by Richard and Lynn Miller of Miller Dance and judged by a panel of local personalities, Radio Presenter Chrissie Jackson, TV Broadcaster Amelia Reynolds, and last year’s Strictly Big C champion Sheryl Jackson from fundraising group Ladies in League Against Cancer (LILAC).

This year’s dancers – Lanassir Gunton, Sarah Jones, Claire Baker, Lucy Fraser, Gemma Crane, Kim Uzzell, Amy Bramble, Nat Davies, Paul Macro, Jade Potter and Sarah Cooke – delivered thrilling performances that showcased their dedication and newly acquired dance skills.

The winning couple, Gemma Crane, Founder of Mindset-HR and her dance partner Amanda Jones from Miller Dance, were thrilled to lift the glitterball trophy after receiving top marks for their Paso Doble.

Gemma said, “Taking part in Strictly Big C has been an unforgettable experience. The atmosphere was incredible and I’m so proud of how much money we have all raised together as a team. Winning the glitterball with Amanda was the perfect ending to an amazing journey.”

Guests were also treated to a wonderful performance by the 2025 winning couple, who returned to the dancefloor for a special appearance.

Volunteer photographer Paul Oliver from Norwich & District Photographic Society (NDPS) captured the evening’s highlights, while videographer Mikey Finn from MJM filmed each routine. Students from City College Norwich once again supported the event by helping dancers get ballroom-ready with hair and makeup.

Big C Chief Executive Karen Vincent expressed her gratitude to event sponsors MCB Financial Services, auctioneer Fabian Eagle, the judges Chrissie Jackson, Amelia Reynolds and Sheryl Jackson, Big C volunteers and the wonderful team at the Holiday Inn Norwich North. “We are truly grateful for the support and generosity shown by the local business community, our sponsors and everyone who took part in this year’s event. A special thank you goes to Lynn and Richard Miller of Miller Dance, whose dedication, along with that of their talented dancers, has been instrumental in making this event possible.

“This year’s contestants from the local business community have been outstanding, and their fundraising efforts have been nothing short of inspiring. We are very thankful for their generosity and for supporting Big C.”

Lynn Miller, co-founder of Miller Dance alongside her husband Richard, said, “It’s wonderful to see this event continue to grow each year. The dancers, volunteers and supporters all come together with such enthusiasm to raise money for this fantastic charity.”

The funds raised will support the charity’s work in providing outstanding holistic support, aiming to improve lives through services at their warm and welcoming support centres. All services are free of charge, including support groups, complementary therapies, emotional and psychological support, welfare guidance, exercise and nutrition programmes and bereavement support.

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Classic Ibiza and Big C reunite at Blickling Estate

Classic Ibiza returns to the stunning grounds of Blickling Estate on Saturday 1 August, with an extended programme of perfectly orchestrated dance music. In their latest update on this summer’s new-look show, the concert’s organisers have announced that they will once again be teaming up with Big C Cancer Charity, to help raise funds for the vital work they do.

Big C is a local charity dedicated to supporting people affected by cancer in Norfolk and surrounding counties – whether that is someone with a cancer diagnosis or their loved ones, from diagnosis and treatment through to life beyond cancer.

The charity’s support centres provide friendly, specialist, practical and emotional support in person and online, including support groups, complementary therapies, psychological support, welfare guidance, exercise and nutrition programmes and bereavement support.

Tom Holmes, Big C Events & Engagement Manager says: “We’re delighted to be part of Classic Ibiza again this year and we can’t wait for another fantastic night at Blickling in August. Every donation made at the event helps us provide vital support to local people affected by cancer and we’re incredibly grateful to the organisers for their continued support of Big C.”

Five people standing in a line wearing bright blue Big C t-shirts and flower garlands round their necks. The person on the left is wearing a pink sparkly cowboy hat. They are standing on a grass field with a Big C pop-up gazebo behind them. There is blue sky behind them and the sun in shining.

Classic Ibiza raised a grand total of just under £30,000 on last summer’s tour, and donating this year couldn’t be easier. There’s an option to donate when purchasing tickets on Classic Ibiza’s website and there will be various fundraising initiatives taking place at the event.

These include a £2.50 donation from every programme sold, a recommended £5 donation from press and guest-list entries, as well as collection points at all entry and exit gates. Further funds will be raised at the Big C shop selling a range of fun merchandise.

A person in a bright blue t-shirt is holding a small payment machine. She is standing in an open gazebo with lots of colourful merchandise around her. She is wearing sunglasses and is smiling. It is summer and the sun is shining.

Classic Ibiza’s Lisa Ward says: “A massive thank you to our incredible audiences up-and-down the country for their continued support for our designated charities. We hope to help them raise even more funds this year, making a much-needed contribution to the invaluable work that they do.”

Performed by the 32-piece Urban Soul Orchestra and DJ Tasty Lopez, conducted by Stephen Hussey, this summer’s new-look Classic Ibiza will take you on a sonic journey of the very-best of Balearic-infused house music. In addition to all your favourite dance tracks, the extended five-and-a-half-hour show features a new live chill-out performance, fresh DJ sets and extended guest vocals from the incredible London Community Gospel Choir.

Sponsored by Adnams Ghost Ship, tickets to Classic Ibiza Blickling Estate are selling fast.

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