Julie's fundraising included a 24-hour challenge in memory of her sister Marie.
As reported in our socials and newsletter, Julie Worboys took on an incredible 24-hour physical challenge alongside the community at Valkyrie HQ, honouring her sister Marie O’Brien, raising awareness and an amazing total of funds from generous doners. Check out Jules’ Just Giving fundraiser here. The latest total for Melanoma UK (including gift aid) is over £13,500 !
The fundraising effort brought together gym members, friends, family and the wider community on Saturday 26th September and included a cake sale, raffle, tombola, fitness challenges, food and music.
Julie’s sister Marie sadly died from Melanoma on 11 March 2026, aged just 38. She had been diagnosed in late December 2025, by which time the cancer had unfortunately spread to her liver, lungs and brain.
Following her sister’s death, Julie wanted to turn her grief into action, supporting melanoma awareness and fundraising in Marie’s memory. In Julie’s own words…
“My world is changed forever now that she is no longer in it, and this is the least I can do. To keep moving, keep going, and carry her with me every single mile.
“Every pound raised matters, and every step I take, I take for Marie.”
Everyone at Melanoma UK would like to say an enormous thank you to Julie and everyone at Valkyrie HQ who supported this amazing challenge and contributed to the fundraising.
Julie’s determination is a moving tribute to Marie. By sharing her sister’s story, she is helping to raise awareness of melanoma while raising vital funds to help others in her memory.
