Hundreds march in Alhaurin el Grande to remember Victoria Hart and demand an end to violence against women

In a powerful display of solidarity and grief, approximately 300 people gathered on Sunday, February 22, for a charity walk in memory of Victoria Hart, the much loved British mother of three who was tragically taken away from her family in an act of domestic violence in January. The event not only honoured Victoria’s life but also served as a resounding call to action against violence towards women in Spain, drawing participants from across Malaga province and beyond.

The walk, organised by Hart’s family and friends, began at 12pm at the Mirador Hotel on the outskirts of Alhaurin el Grande, near Hart’s former home. Attendees, including locals, Spanish residents, and expats of various nationalities, arrived from far and wide. Many donned white and purple T-shirts emblazoned with the message “Victoria – Alto a la Violencia Doméstica” (Stop Domestic Violence), symbolising purity and the fight against gender-based abuse.

2.3 kilometre walk of solidarity and love

The 2.3-kilometre route led from the hotel to the central library in Alhaurin el Grande. Without an official police escort, the procession caused traffic on the busy road to grind to a halt as walkers crossed to the pedestrian path. Passing drivers honked their horns in support, while onlookers appeared stunned by the sheer size of the gathering, a testament to the community’s outpouring of love and unity.

Jemma, Victoria’s sister and one of the event organisers, spoke emotionally about the turnout. “We can only thank everyone for attending in such numbers, not only me and my mum, but also for the kids as well,” she told Euro Weekly. “It’s so nice to see how much their mum was loved by the community, and it’s so good for the kids to see as well.”

The campaign continues

After a brief rest at the library, participants made the return journey to the Mirador Hotel amid one of the hottest days of the year so far. The event raised funds for Hart’s children, who are now in the care of family members. A GoFundMe campaign, set up by close friend Maxine Hill, continues to collect donations for their upkeep, covering essentials like food, clothing, and daily needs.

Other than remembrance, the walk highlighted a commitment to change. Organisers announced plans to collaborate with a charity focused on domestic violence prevention and to advocate for the development of a more accessible panic bracelet, an improvement over the necklace Hart used, designed to be worn at all times for quicker emergency response.

Victoria will never be forgotten

“Victoria will not be forgotten, least of all in Alhaurín el Grande,” said one walker. “Because of the terrible thing that happened to her, her family, friends, and neighbours will fight on to make women safer everywhere.”

The event shows a growing movement in Spain against gender violence, where such cases continue to shock communities. As the crowd dispersed, the message was clear: more must and will be done to prevent future tragedies.