Sheffield Lord Mayor unveils Weston Park Cancer Charity’s ‘Ribbons of Hope’ in-memory tribute

The ribbons in Weston Park honour loved ones who are no longer with us, while raising vital funds for the charity’s services.   

Today [29th May] Weston Park Cancer Charity’s ‘Ribbons of Hope’ tribute was unveiled by The Right Worshipful the Lord Mayor of Sheffield, Cllr Andrew Sangar. 

The display, located in Weston Park, is made up of purple and white ribbons – each bearing the name of someone special who is no longer with us.  

The charity’s supporters have all made a donation alongside their ribbon to help people going through cancer right now.   

Those wishing to participate can still make a ribbon dedication via the Weston Park Cancer Charity website.  

The Ribbons of Hope will be showcased from 30th May to 30th June on the charity’s ‘Bridge of Remembrance’.  

Visitors can find their loved one’s name, before taking time to reflect in the park’s peaceful surroundings.  

Ribbons of Hope is sponsored by Forde Recruitment, with ribbons donated by Sarah’s Florist and The Flower Bowl – both based in Sheffield.  

The Bridge of Remembrance was assembled by a group of volunteers from Wake Smith Solicitors.  

Cllr Andrew Sangar, The Right Worshipful the Lord Mayor of Sheffield, said:

“What a privilege it’s been to unveil Weston Park Cancer Charity’s Ribbons of Hope today.

“The display is a beautiful way to remember loved ones who have passed, while also making a difference to families facing cancer right now. 

“What a privilege it’s been to unveil Weston Park Cancer Charity’s Ribbons of Hope today.With one in two of us set to be diagnosed with cancer, events like this that bring the community together are more important than ever before.”

Melissa Erwin, Legacy & In Memory Fundraising Manager at Weston Park Cancer Charity, said:

“It was very poignant to see so many people remembered through our first Ribbons of Hope event.  

“We would like to thank our Ribbons of Hope supporters, for sharing dedications to their loved ones with us.  

“We’re also very grateful to our event sponsors and our wonderful volunteers, Ann and Debbie, who wrote all of the names onto our ribbons with such care and respect. 

“Each ribbon will help to fund groundbreaking research, treatment enhancements, and crucial support services.” 

The Ribbons of Hope will also go on display later in the year, at the charity’s Walk As One fundraising event on Sunday 13th September.  

Weston Park Cancer Charity is there, at every step, for anyone in our region who has been impacted by cancer.  

The charity provides free services, advice, therapies, and support to people going through cancer, and those closest to them.   

To make a dedication, head to: www.westonpark.org.uk/events/ribbons-of-hope-2026