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Read the latest updates from Walking With The Wounded's 'Walking Home ' winter campaign
Afghanistan Veteran Matthew undertakes 24 Marathon!
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Local veteran, Matthew, based in Wiltshire, will be taking on the challenge of walking for 24 hours to raise money for ex-military and their families as part of Walking With The Wounded’s Christmas campaign, Walking Home For Christmas. On December 16th, Matthew will take on the momentous challenge, supported by Damon Saddler the Personal Development Manager, and will be joined for parts of the route by residents and other staff from Entrain Space which offers supported accommodation to ex-military, helping them transition into civilian life.
Commenting on the challenge, Matthew said, “I joined the Army in 2009 and really enjoyed my Army career. I was deployed to Afghanistan twice and everything seemed fine until I returned to the UK in 2014. It took me a few years to realise that I was suffering from mental health problems, both my attitude to life and behaviour had changed and I had lost interest in Armed Forces life. I left the Armed Forces in 2019 and sadly, my family life came under strain. I found accommodation in Erskine House and in January 2020, I met Tony from Walking With The Wounded, who helped to turn my life around.
I am taking part in Walking Home For Christmas to support veterans like myself who need a helping hand. I now have the confidence and motivation I need to move forward with my life and my career.”
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Project Active invites the public to join their winter ‘Walking Home’ hikes
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Project Active, an Oxfordshire well-being and physical fitness business specialising in outdoor fitness and adventures, are inviting members of the public to join them on two group hikes as part of their Walking Home challenge. The first hike was a 10 mile walk on Sunday 01 December, setting off from Woodstock Town Hall, with the second taking place on Wednesday 01 January, offering the chance to start off the new year with a crisp winter walk.
Speaking on Project Active’s reasons for supporting Walking With The Wounded, founder Ben Scurr said, “My grandparents served in World War Two, and other family members have been in military service over the years, so I’ve always had the utmost respect and gratitude for those who dedicate...
Royal Navy veteran taking on Portsmouth walk
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Royal Navy veteran and Regional Manager for Walking With The Wounded will be stepping out at midday on December 06 to embark on a sponsored walk around Portsmouth with a group of fellow walkers as part of our ‘Walking Home’ fundraising campaign. David, who served in the Royal Navy for 7 years, is dedicated to giving back to his fellow service members. He, along with fellow fundraisers, will walk 6 miles on 06 December from Milton Common Community Memorial, along the coast to Old Portsmouth and on to Victory Gate.
Reflecting on his upcoming walk, David said, “Having served in the Armed Forces and worked at Walking With The Wounded for many years, I have witnessed first-hand the support that veterans often need, and the life-changing...
Colchester resident walking 20 miles in support of veterans
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David Welham, from Colchester, is covering 20 miles during the month of December as part of his Walking Home challenge, including a round-trip commute from his home to Colchester train station and back.
Commenting on his motivation for taking part in Walking Home, David said, “I’ve supported charities a lot in the past but haven’t done a fundraising challenge for a while, so I thought it was time for me to get back out and do something for a cause I care about. I’ve supported Walking With The Wounded before and living in a Garrison town and having friends who served in the Armed Forces means I have that military connection, so it made sense for me to sign up. I hope that I can help make a difference to people’s lives and motivate others...