NEWS
Read the latest updates from Walking With The Wounded's 'Walking Home ' winter campaign
Tidworth Royal British Legion Football team taking on 245-mile challenge
By Media Team on
The Tidworth Royal British Legion Football Team is embarking on a 245-mile walking challenge on December 14th and 15th. Their goal is to raise funds for those who have served.
During the event, each team, comprised of serving personnel, veterans, and children of serving soldiers from Wellington Academy in Ludgershall, will undertake continuous laps of a 400-metre circuit over 36 hours. The objective for each team is to complete the symbolic distance of 245 miles, mirroring the journey from Tidworth to Frelinghein, France. The distance holds significant historical significance as it marks the location of the 1914 Christmas Truce football match.
Up to this point, the team has garnered contributions from various sources, including Forest Green Rovers, Williams F1 Team, Aston Martin F1 Team, and Northampton Saints Rugby Club, among others. Wellington Academy is also providing additional support by organising a fundraising day, with all proceeds dedicated to the team's Walking Home For Christmas challenge. Furthermore, Smithy Court Retirement Home, the retirement residence of team member Jay's grandfather, is offering additional fundraising through ticket sales for their New Years Eve party with proceeds being split between Walking With The Wounded and a charity of their choice.
Commenting on the Walking Home For Christmas challenge, team captains Jay Clibery and Shaun Smith said, “We have supported Walking With The Wounded for several years through various charity events. It is a charity close to our hearts. This year we wanted to do something bigger and better than we have ever done before with each team walking 245 miles in 36 hours, no easy feat! If you can support our cause and this amazing charity, please go to the link below. Every little helps.”
You may also like
![](https://d1k7c8b6k347tm.cloudfront.net/uploads/blog_post/preview_image/226/small_Seun.png)
Serving Soldier embarks on sponsored walk from Munster Barracks on a circular walk via Richmond to support veterans and their families this December
By Media Team on
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...
![](https://d1k7c8b6k347tm.cloudfront.net/uploads/blog_post/preview_image/225/small_Ethan_Bromwell.png)
Blaenau Gwent resident to complete Welsh Three Peaks Trail in support of veterans this winter
By Media Team on
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...
![](https://d1k7c8b6k347tm.cloudfront.net/uploads/blog_post/preview_image/222/small_Liverpool_University_Air_Squadron.png)
Liverpool University Air Squadron to climb Pendle Hill in support of veterans this winter
By Media Team on
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...