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Glenn's 160 mile walk from Manchester to Lockerbie
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Glenn, from Wythenshawe in Manchester, is embarking on a walking challenge from Manchester to Lockerbie from December 12th to 21st. His purpose is to raise funds for those who have served, participating in our Walking Home For Christmas campaign.
Planning to cover 15 to 20 miles each day, Glenn will undertake this challenge independently, carrying all supplies for the ten-day trek on his back, he will be joined by his close friend Gary Baker. The journey begins at Wythenshawe F.C. Stadium, Altrincham Rd, Wythenshawe M22 4US, around midday on Tuesday, December 12, 2023. The aim is to reach Lockerbie on December 21, 2023, completing the 10-day trek.
Reflecting on his Walking Home For Christmas challenge, Glenn shared, “I was part of the investigation and clean-up operation in and around Lockerbie after the Pan Am disaster. I spent the Christmas holidays searching for bodies, aircraft wreckage, and personal effects of the victims. This left me with complex P.T.S.D., which I still suffer from and probably always will.
December 21, 2023 also marks the 35th anniversary of the Pan Am 103 disaster. I will pay my respects to the victims, their families, the residents of Lockerbie, and the many people from various organisations worldwide who took part in the subsequent investigation and clean-up operation, along with all the families of everyone involved. This tribute will take place at the Lockerbie Memorial Garden, Sherwood Crescent, Lockerbie, at 19:03 on December 21st, the exact time the IED on board the aircraft detonated.
Veterans can struggle with the transition to civilian life. It is good to know that charities like Walking With The Wounded exist to support those who served.”
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Cadets from the Halewood Battalion laced up their boots and headed for the Lake District as they completed a demanding 60km walk in support of Walking Home For Christmas.
Now in their third consecutive year of taking part, the group of eight cadets travelled to the fells with a clear goal: to push themselves beyond their comfort zones whilst raising vital funds for veterans and their families during the winter months.
The challenge was not without its obstacles. Battling poor weather conditions on the summit of the Old Man of Coniston on the first day, the cadets showed determination and teamwork as they pressed on.
One of the group, Thomas Harper, reflected on why the challenge means so much to them: “Many of us have family members who...
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RAF veteran Derek Heron has completed an impressive 48km walk in support of Walking Home For Christmas, taking on the challenge to raise funds and awareness for fellow veterans.
Having served for 22 years in the RAF, Derek joined the Walking With The Wounded team on 18 December for our Long Way Home challenge, where he pulled our historic pulk. The demanding challenge tested both physical endurance and mental resilience – but Derek was more than ready to rise to it.
Derek was inspired to get involved after taking part in WWTW’s Cumbrian Challenge earlier this summer. Motivated by our mission and the stories of veterans we support, he was keen to step up once again and give back.
Reflecting on the challenge, Derek said: “After a 22-year...
Oldest tank regiment in the world marches 108km in 24 hours for veterans
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Members of the Royal Tank Regiment (RTR) proved that grit, determination and teamwork are as strong as ever as they completed a gruelling 24-hour walk in support of our Walking Home For Christmas campaign.
Setting off on 9 December from their Regimental Headquarters in Tidworth, the soldiers pushed themselves to the limit, covering an incredibly 108km on foot. Their destination was Bovington – the regiment’s home and proudly known as its “spiritual home” – but the journey was anything but easy.
Battling relentless rain, strong winds and physical exhaustion, the team refused to let the harsh conditions slow them down. Morale stayed high throughout the night as they dug deep, supported one another and kept their purpose firmly in sight:...