CANNON HALL FARM’S FARMER RUTH THANKS FANS AS HUSBAND DAVE FIGHTS STAGE 4 CANCER

Fans of Cannon Hall Farm have rallied around Farmer Ruth and her family after her husband, Dave, was diagnosed with stage 4 terminal cancer.

The heartbreaking news has prompted an outpouring of support from people who have followed Ruth through her work at the popular South Yorkshire farm.

Dave is currently undergoing intensive treatment, including daily chemotherapy and radiotherapy, according to the family’s fundraising appeal.

RUTH’S HEARTBREAKING FAMILY NEWS

Ruth is a familiar face to followers of Cannon Hall Farm, where she has become known for caring for the animals and appearing in the farm’s online videos.

The farm shared the devastating news with its followers, explaining that Ruth and her family had recently received the diagnosis.

In the fundraising appeal, supporters wrote that Ruth, Dave and their two sons are facing an extremely difficult period and uncertainty about what the future may hold.

The family has not publicly disclosed the specific type of cancer Dave has.

DAVE IS UNDERGOING INTENSIVE TREATMENT

According to the fundraiser, Dave has been diagnosed with stage 4 terminal cancer and is currently receiving intensive treatment.

The appeal specifically says his treatment includes daily chemotherapy and radiotherapy.

The family has not released a detailed medical prognosis, so further assumptions about his condition or treatment would go beyond the information publicly provided.

FANS RALLY AROUND THE FAMILY

A GoFundMe campaign titled “Supporting Farmer Ruth and her family” was launched on July 10, 2026, by supporter Jacqui Tymon on behalf of beneficiary Maryann Bestford.

The campaign was created to give Ruth and her family financial support while they deal with Dave’s illness.

Organisers said the money can be used by the family in whatever way helps them most during the months ahead, with the aim of easing some of the pressures they are facing.

The campaign had raised £19,843 toward a £24,000 target, with more than 1,000 donations, when the page was last crawled.

RUTH THANKS SUPPORTERS

Following the announcement, Ruth thanked fans for their messages, comments and donations.

The response has come from people who know Ruth personally as well as followers who have come to know her through Cannon Hall Farm’s videos and social-media content.

The fundraiser organisers said that every donation, share and message of support would mean something to the family.

A FAMILIAR FACE AT CANNON HALL FARM

For many viewers, Farmer Ruth is one of the recognisable personalities associated with Cannon Hall Farm.

The attraction regularly shares videos showing its farmers caring for the animals and documenting everyday life on the farm.

The farm’s official website continues to publish animal and farmer updates.

On September 20, Cannon Hall Farm also hosted a live podcast event featuring Dave and Farmer Rob interviewing guests from The Yorkshire Vet, including Shona and specialist Shire horse vet Marco.

The farm continues to operate while Ruth and her family deal with the personal crisis surrounding Dave’s diagnosis.

THE FAMILY IS FACING AN UNCERTAIN PERIOD

The fundraising appeal makes clear that the purpose of the campaign is broader than covering one particular medical bill.

Instead, the money is intended to give Ruth, Dave and their sons greater flexibility while they spend time together and deal with the challenges ahead.

The organisers wrote that they hoped the support would allow the family to focus on “being together, spending precious time as a family and making memories.”

SUPPORT CONTINUES TO GROW

The response to the fundraiser demonstrates how strongly Cannon Hall Farm followers feel connected to Ruth.

Donations have continued to come from people across the UK and beyond, with individual contributions ranging from small donations to much larger gifts.

For a family suddenly facing a serious illness, that support can also provide practical help during an incredibly difficult period.

CANNON HALL FARM CONTINUES

Despite the difficult news surrounding Ruth’s family, Cannon Hall Farm continues its normal activities.

The farm is currently promoting upcoming events, including its Falconry Weekend on September 26–27, while continuing to share videos featuring its animals and farmers.

For the people who have followed Ruth through those videos, however, the focus has now shifted toward supporting her and her family.

“RUTH AND HER FAMILY ARE NOT ALONE”

The fundraiser’s message is ultimately one of community.

Ruth, Dave and their two sons are facing an extremely difficult period, but thousands of people have responded with donations, messages and words of support.

The family has not publicly shared every detail of Dave’s medical situation, and the fundraiser asks supporters to respect their privacy while helping in whatever way they can.

For now, Ruth’s supporters are standing behind the family as Dave continues his treatment.

The latest public information confirms that Dave remains in intensive treatment, while the fundraising campaign continues to support Ruth, Dave and their two sons.