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Best Walk Ideas 2020
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Best Walk Ideas 2020
Windsor to Big Ben - Making the most of the Christmas break, Darren and his family will be taking on a 3-day stroll along the River Thames from Windsor to Big Ben, covering 48 miles!
The School Commute - After their successful 6-mile walk to school last year, the now-9-year-old Harry is back again and this time he's planning an even bigger challenge with mum Jennifer, walking 16 miles across their hometown.
The 100 Mile Stretcher - After taking part for the last couple of years, Michael decided that walking 100 miles wasn't quite far enough for the guys and girls he trains to pursue a career in the army. This year, his team will be taking part in a 100 mile walk, walking laps of York Race Course, carrying a stretcher waying 50kg.
31 Years in the RAF - On 7 November, Sarah starts terminal leave from the RAF. Giving her 28 days until her final day in the in RAF on 4 December. To commemorate her final day just shy of 31 years in the military. Sarah will be walking the distance from Chicksands, Bedfordshire (her final unit) to Ripon. Over 28 days she will be walking the 178 miles essence to bring her home for Christmas.
4 Walks of Christmas - Conor will be taking on 4 walks to support those who served. 1. Scafell Pike via Cam Spout - is the main walk and tribute to the military as the summit was donated to the National Trust in 1919 by Lord Leconfield in perpetual memory of the men of the Lake District who fell for God and King, for freedom, peace and right in the Great War 1914-1918. He will also be taking on Pen y Fan, Llyn y Fan Fan and Sgwd yr Eira.
From Hub to Home - Jennie's husband served for 13 years, then 2 years ago went back in as a tank transporter and sponsored reservist. In order to support her husband, Jennie will be walking the distance between his current camp in Bulford, Wiltshire, to their family home in Norfolk, covering 199 miles
Jason Lunt - Already on track wqith his #facemask selfie. On 12th December, Jason will be walking 27km from Tonbridge to Edenbridge.
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Serving Soldier embarks on sponsored walk from Munster Barracks on a circular walk via Richmond to support veterans and their families this December
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Seun Ayoola Olagunju, a serving member of the Royal Lancers, and a team of fellow soldiers took on a sponsored walk on December 10th in aid of veterans and their families. Seun and his team walked from their barracks in Munster (Catterick) on circular walk via Richmond Castle, covering a distance of 12 miles. The team are raising money for Walking With The Wounded’s ‘Walking Home’ campaign.
Commenting on his upcoming challenge, Seun said, “I care deeply about giving back to and supporting my friends and neighbours in whatever capacity I can. This is another opportunity for me to do so and I hope it goes a long way for veterans and their families.
I am not undertaking this alone. I am proud to be part of a team supporting Walking Home. A...
Blaenau Gwent resident to complete Welsh Three Peaks Trail in support of veterans this winter
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Blaenau Gwent resident, Ethan Bromwell, is lacing up his walking boots this December for the sixth year in a row as he and his friend take on the Welsh Three Peaks Trail in aid of our annual winter fundraising campaign, Walking Home.
Commenting on his reasons for supporting the charity, Ethan said: “Ever since watching my first black and white war film with my dad when I was a child, I had always wanted to join the Armed Forces, specifically the Royal Navy. I started off as a Sea Cadet and then once I’d finished college and turned 18, I applied for the Royal Navy with the hopes of becoming a marine engineer. I passed the first medical and entrance exam and was on course to join, but unfortunately didn’t pass the eye test due to the...
Liverpool University Air Squadron to climb Pendle Hill in support of veterans this winter
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Members of the Liverpool University Air Squadron are set to climb Pendle Hill in Lancashire on 12th December as part of our Walking Home fundraising campaign. The 4-mile climb to the top of Pendle Hill is one of the most popular climbs in Manchester and the North West, with its uneven terrain and windy summit making it many people's climb of choice for a fundraising challenge. In addition to their upcoming climb of Pendle Hill, the group battled cloudy and windy conditions on 5th December as they completed a 16km walk up Ingleborough, one of the Yorkshire Three Peaks.
Speaking on their upcoming challenge, Pete Watson, member of the Liverpool University Air Squadron, said, “We do numerous charity events throughout the year for a range of...