The final money count is in for the 2025 Oswestry Illuminated Tractor Run – and it’s another outstanding success. This year’s spectacular 38-mile route through 11 villages around Oswestry has raised more than £22,248 for the Lingen Davies Cancer Fund, with donations still being received.

The total is expected to rise further as a small number of collection buckets are yet to be counted and donations continue to come in via the event’s JustGiving page. This year’s figure represents an increase of over £2,000 on last year’s total.

Anyone wishing to donate can still do so via the JustGiving page, which can be found on the Oswestry Illuminated Tractor Run Facebook page or directly at:
www.justgiving.com/campaign/oswestryilluminatedtractorrun

Event spokesman Mike Lade said:

“We are amazed by the generosity shown this year, especially given the tight financial situations many people are facing. Donations via JustGiving are still increasing, but the biggest boost came from having many more bucket collectors out on the streets. While it’s impossible to be everywhere, we maximised coverage by moving collectors around once the tractors had passed. Increased awareness through local press and social media also made a huge difference, and the decent weather was the final bonus.”

Lingen Davies Cancer Support exists to improve the lives of everyone impacted by cancer in the local community, while also raising awareness of cancer signs and symptoms to help more people seek – and receive – an early diagnosis. Over its long history, the charity has led several high-profile appeals to enhance care and treatment for patients at the Lingen Davies Cancer Centre at the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital.

Naomi Atkin, CEO of Lingen Davies Cancer Support, said:

“Over the years, the Oswestry Illuminated Tractor Run has been a truly incredible fundraising event for us. We would like to say a massive thank you to everyone involved in organising and supporting the event, particularly Dave and Sue Roberts, who continue to fundraise in memory of their son Will.

The level of organisation and dedication required to deliver an event of this scale is remarkable, and having over 100 tractors involved creates a truly magical spectacle for residents of Oswestry and the surrounding villages. Raising over £22,000 is a phenomenal tribute to Will Roberts and his family.”

Lingen Davies is the region’s primary cancer charity, supporting people across Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin, and Mid Wales, ensuring everyone affected by cancer has access to excellent local care.

Organisers are already looking ahead to the future and are encouraging supporters to pencil Saturday 12 December 2026 into their diaries for the next Oswestry Illuminated Tractor Run.

We’ll be back! 🚜✨