Iconic Welsh landmarks will light up in support of a breast cancer charity.

On October 13, Secondary (Metastatic) Breast Cancer Awareness Day, these sites will glow in the distinctive pink, purple, and teal colours of Make 2nds Count, a charity focused on secondary breast cancer.

Participating in the "Shine a Light" initiative are Ruthin Craft Centre, Rhyl Pavilion Theatre, Shelters along the Pavilion, and Rhyl Sky Tower. The number of venues involved has increased by 25 per cent compared to last year.

The initiative, as part of the charity's "1,000 Truths" campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, aims to highlight the reality of incurable secondary breast cancer and the need for more awareness, support, and research funding.

Make 2nds Count supports patients with secondary breast cancer, also known as stage four or advanced breast cancer, which occurs when cancer spreads beyond the breast to other parts of the body.

This disease is treatable but incurable, with an estimated 61,000 people in the UK living with it, claiming 1,000 lives every month.

The campaign invites the community to visit the illuminated landmarks on October 13, share photos on social media using the hashtag #ShineALight, and engage with the "1,000 Truths" stories on the Make 2nds Count website.

Ms Smith said: "We sometimes have to travel quite a long distance to get treatment. We don’t have things like Maggie’s or Macmillan in the county for face-to-face services.

"When really seeking someone that has had a similar experience, it was really tricky. Until recently, we didn't have any secondary breast cancer community specialist nurses, but Wales is now hoping to improve that and get more posts so that patients can be supported from the moment they are diagnosed and through their treatment.

"Treatment is ongoing - and your needs change throughout - so to have that person there for you, that’s really important."

Sam Dixon, CEO of Make 2nds Count, said: "These illuminated landmarks represent a beacon of hope for the tens of thousands affected by secondary breast (metastatic) cancer. Through our ‘1,000 Truths’ campaign, we also want to bring the personal stories of patients to the forefront, ensuring that every voice is heard, and every life is honoured.

"By shining a light on secondary breast cancer, we hope to raise awareness, build a more empowered community, and ultimately improve the lives of those living with secondary (metastatic) breast cancer."