Local travel agency Oasis Travel are taking part in the PedalThePeriphery cycling challenge this summer, raising awareness and crucial funds for the Northern Ireland Pancreatic Cancer charity.
The charity event will take place from 5th to 7th June 2026 and will see Oasis Travel’s full team of 24 members attempt to cycle 480 miles around Northern Ireland.
This year will mark the travel agents third year taking part in the challenge following their success in previous years raising more than £25,000 for NIPANC.
The challenge resonates for those taking part, with ten members of the Oasis Travel wider family personally affected by pancreatic cancer, including former Financial Director Gary Corkin, who passed away in 2020 following his diagnosis.
The challenge is being undertaken in Gary’s memory and in support of everyone connected to the organisation who has been impacted by the disease.
Speaking ahead of the challenge, Managing Director Scott McCabe said:
“PedalThePeriphery is a tough challenge, but one we’re incredibly proud to take on again as a team. From first-time cyclists to more experienced riders, it’s a real collective effort, not just from those on the bikes, but from the wider Oasis team and supporters who help us along the way.
“It means a great deal to us, not only because of our connection to NIPANC, but because this is the charity’s flagship fundraising event and one we’re honoured to be part of.”
Reflecting on the personal importance of the cause, he added:
“Pancreatic cancer has had a profound impact on our team and our wider Oasis family. Supporting NIPANC and helping to raise awareness is something we feel very strongly about. We’re looking forward to getting back on the road this June and doing everything we can to make a difference.”
Cathy Booth, Founder of PedalThePeriphery and Trustee at NIPANC, added:
“We are deeply grateful to Scott and the Oasis Travel team for once again stepping up to the PedalThePeriphery challenge in support of NIPANC. Their incredible dedication and energy are helping to fund vital services, while shining a powerful spotlight on pancreatic cancer and the urgent need to improve awareness, support and outcomes for those impacted by this devastating illness.”
