Rosie’s exhilarating trip to Zip World
Rosie is 26 and from Ormskirk in Lancashire and has been receiving treatment for a neuroendocrine tumour of the pancreas. As a lover of adventure, Rosie asked Willow if we could organise a Special Day at Zipworld to share with her friends, offering a day of fun and freedom in a beautiful setting.
“It was exactly what I needed to escape the chaos.”
Rosie’s story
“Before my cancer diagnosis I was very active and loved spending time outdoors. I enjoyed long trips to the Lake District, hiking, kayaking and camping, always seeking adventure. I played netball and coached junior teams, which I found incredibly rewarding.”
“My Special Day meant so much to me and helped me regain the sense of adventure I had missed so much.”
“I was committed to my fitness, going to the gym most days, and worked as a youth justice worker, supporting young people at risk and helping them make positive choices.
“After my cancer diagnosis in August 2024 and during chemotherapy my energy levels dropped significantly. I can no longer walk very far without becoming fatigued. I’ve had to take time off work for the foreseeable future and am unable to play or coach netball. I am only able to go camping and kayaking whilst I’m on my two week break from chemo.
“My family and friends are my rocks. I love them to pieces and they’ve always been my biggest support. Throughout this challenging time, their support has been incredibly important to me.”
“My Special Day meant so much to me.”
“My Special Day meant so much to me and helped me regain the sense of adventure I had missed so much. I was surrounded by some of my closest friends, which made it even more special. It was exactly what I needed to escape the chaos, get some fresh air (a lot of it!) and enjoy great company. For the first time in a long while, I felt more like myself again.
“My personal highlight had to be experiencing the biggest zip line in the UK. It was so, so much fun and exhilarating thanks to the adrenaline, the wind in your face, and the thrill of it. I loved spending time laughing and sharing stories with my closest friends while having that feeling of adventure and freedom out in the fresh air and the beautiful scenery, far from the stresses of treatment.
“Willow even paid for me to have the footage from the day so I can relive it forever and share those memories with loved ones.”
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