Our Story
Breastival is an extraordinary fundraising event created to support Breast Cancer Now, born out of one woman’s personal battle and determination to make a difference.
In early 2020, Kate Miles, a mother and teacher from Buckinghamshire, was diagnosed with secondary, stage 4 breast cancer. Rather than letting the diagnosis define her, Kate channelled her energy into raising awareness and funds to support breast cancer research.
The idea for Breastival was sparked on the way back from a Pink Ribbon Walk, when Kate, already having raised over £20,000 for Breast Cancer Now, felt inspired to do even more. With the help of her close friends, Victoria Doran and Philippa Honosutomo, she envisioned a party that would bring people together, not only to have fun but also to contribute to a cause that impacts so many lives.
Our very first Breastival was held at Halton Tennis Club, and became a night to remember, featuring raffles, a hog roast, a silent auction, and a dress code of glamour with a touch of pink. The event was a tremendous success, with 150 guests attending and raising over £8,000. Our last two Breastival events have been held at Chiltern Forest Golf Club and each had 170 guests in attendance and each raised just over £12,000, taking fundraising for this event to just over £32,000 so far!
Breastival is more than just a party—it’s a celebration of life, community, and the power of collective action. It’s a way for people to come together, show support, and raise funds for critical breast cancer research, including risk prevention, early detection, treatment, and secondary breast cancer.
Kate’s passion for the cause is driven by her personal experience with the disease. Thanks to advances in treatments, she has been able to maintain her quality of life, moving from lengthy infusions to quicker, more manageable injections. But the fight is far from over. Kate is committed to continuing her fundraising efforts and she encourages others to join her in supporting Breast Cancer Now’s life-saving research.
Breastival is a testament to the strength of community and the difference we can make when we come together for a cause. Whether you attend the event, donate, or simply spread the word, every bit of support helps drive forward the mission to ensure that everyone diagnosed with breast cancer can live—and live well.
Join us at Breastival ‘26 and be part of something truly special. Together, we can make a lasting impact. Ticket details coming soon.
