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Read the latest updates and view archived articles from Walking With The Wounded's 'Walking Home Home For Christmas' December campaign.
Walking Home For Christmas 2023: Run, Trek, March
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Every year, amazing supporters take on our Walking Home For Christmas challenge, collectively raising funds to aid veterans and their families. Whether it is the journey from the workplace to home, embarking on a challenging hundred-mile march, or carrying a Christmas tree through the heart of a bustling city, we have curated a selection of previous fundraiser ideas to ignite your imagination for your 2023 challenge.
The 100 Mile Stretcher: Having participated in WHFC for the past few years, Michael concluded that a 100-mile walk did not quite match the level of endurance his trainees needed for pursuing a career in the Armed Forces. In 2020, his team decided to elevate the stakes by embarking on a 100-mile journey, circling York Race Course while bearing a 50kg stretcher.
From Hub to Home: Jennie's husband dedicated 13 years to military service, and two years ago, he reenlisted as a tank transporter and became a sponsored reservist. To support her husband, Jennie committed to walking the 199-mile stretch between his camp in Bulford, Wiltshire, and their family home in Norfolk.
13 Company SW London ACF - Smashing it London Style: Under the leadership of Joe Cox and Kaz Lorimer, the Cadets and Adult Volunteers of 13 Company SW London ACF undertook an impressive 18-mile journey, trekking from Putney to the Royal Hospital Chelsea. Among the team, Andy Hurcumb went above and beyond by carrying a Christmas tree along the route, intending to deliver it to the hospital.
Tackling Mount Skiddaw: A team of veterans took on Skiddaw, the UK’s 6th highest mountain raising funds for Walking Home For Christmas. Scaling over 3,000 feet, they successfully reached the summit!
11 Miles of Christmas: A team representing Cygnet Health Care in Manchester embarked on an 11-mile walk, starting from Walking With The Wounded's Manchester hub on Canada Street and concluding at Cygnet Health Care's offices in Bury.
Barry Swire, Cygnet Health Care Operations Director South East and Armed Forces Champion said, “I served in the Armed Forces and, I wanted to take on a challenge with colleagues from Cygnet Health Care that would support fellow veterans [at] Christmas. Walking With The Wounded’s ‘Walking Home For Christmas’ challenge presents the perfect opportunity for colleagues to come together, get outside and walk to support a great cause.”
Filled with inspiration? Sign up to Walking Home For Christmas today.
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On December 14th, Steve McGuire and Craig Nield, residents of Manchester, are embarking on a 60-mile walk from Canada Street in Manchester to Blackpool. Their goal is to raise funds to support military charity Walking With The Wounded’s Walking Home For Christmas campaign.
Supported by a dedicated team, Steve and Craig will face the challenge head-on. Upon reaching Blackpool, they will be treated to an exclusive tour of Hanger 42 Spitfire Visitors Centre.
Commenting on the Walking Home For Christmas challenge, Steve said, “I wanted to give back to those who have served our country, and this seemed like a fitting tribute.
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Dan Searson to walk 60km across Greater Manchester in 24 hours
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Dan Searson, founder of Challenge The Wild, who is based in Greater Manchester, will take on a 60km walk on the 12th and 13th December to support veterans this Christmas.
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An Interview With: Andy Schofield
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Last year, Walking With The Wounded (WWTW) supporter and veteran, Andy, took on a mammoth Walking Home For Christmas (WHFC) challenge. He walked from London to Manchester (350km) over the course of five days. We sat down with him to find out what inspired him to take on the challenge and how he prepared.
What were you reasons for signing up to WHFC?
I signed up for WHFC firstly to support my veteran community. It pains me to see so many people who served that are now suffering mentally, physically, and emotionally. The rise in veteran homelessness is staggering and the transition to civvy street is nuanced and complex. I wanted to do my part for the community and to raise money for WWTW, a shining light in the veteran charity space!
I...