Vicki had experienced problems with her periods for many years and was diagnosed with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS – now PMOS) at the age of 19. Having lived with menstrual difficulties for much of her adult life, she knew something wasn’t right in late 2019 and sought advice from her GP. Following tests, she was referred to gynaecology and was due to attend her first appointment in March 2020. Unfortunately, this appointment was cancelled due to the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.
When Vicki was eventually seen in June 2020, she was initially reassured that her symptoms were likely related to her PCOS. However, before the appointment ended, the consultant decided to carry out a biopsy. A week later, Vicki received the life-changing news that she had womb cancer at just 37 years old.
In August 2020, Vicki underwent a full hysterectomy and had her ovaries removed. Since then, she has attended regular monitoring appointments and, after reaching the five-year milestone, she was finally discharged as cancer-free.
Walking Together, Giving Back
Vicki is based in Scotland and supports Peaches Womb Cancer Trust through her fundraising activities. On 13 September 2026, Vicki and her friends Ali, Liz and Becky will take on the Edinburgh Kiltwalk, walking 21 miles for Peaches.
Calling themselves the Peachy Striders, they will be celebrating Vicki’s six years cancer-free to turn something so difficult into something hopeful.
Vicki says:
I’m doing this walk not only to celebrate that milestone, but to give back to a charity that means so much to me: Peaches Womb Cancer Trust. Their work supports women facing womb cancer and raises awareness about a disease that often goes under-recognised.
This journey hasn’t been one I’ve taken alone. The friends walking beside me, along with others helped carry me through the darkest days, and it means the world to now share this challenge — and this moment — with them.
Every step of those 21 miles is for the people who supported me, the women currently fighting, and those still to be diagnosed.
You can support the Peachy Striders by donating via their JustGiving page.
Vicki’s local rugby club, Kinloss Eagles, has also chosen Peaches Womb Cancer Trust as its Charity of the Year for the 2026/27 season, helping to raise even more awareness and funds for the charity’s work.
Find out more about fundraising for Peaches Womb Cancer Trust.
