13 Company South West London Army Cadet Force taking on London Bridges Challenge
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On December 10th, Army Cadets and Instructors from 13 Company South West London will embark on a 14-mile walk from Chiswick Bridge to Westminster Bridge, dedicated to raising funds for those who have served.
Along their journey, they will rendezvous with another Cadet Force, trekking from Chelsea Bridge to Westminster Bridge. The aim of this walk is to garner support for Walking Home For Christmas and extend a warm welcome to junior Cadets who have recently joined the Army Cadet Force.
Joe Cox, Detachment Commander of the 13 Company South West London Army Cadet Force, commented, “For several years, the Army Cadets of 13 Company South West London have actively participated in Walking Home For Christmas—an eagerly anticipated occasion that...
10 years of Walking Home For Christmas and counting
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Mick and Dan Bradbury, from Hemsworth will be walking from Mick’s first married quarters in Ripon to Hemsworth in West Yorkshire on December 23rd to raise funds for those who served.
Commenting on the Walking Home For Christmas challenge, Mick said, “I am veteran and served for 22 years in the Armed Forces. I came out of the Army with the normal battle scars, sore knees, a bad back and I struggled with my mental health. However, I know a lot of veterans who came off a lot worse than me and I want to do my bit to support them.
This is my 10th year taking part in Walking Home For Christmas. Over the years I have walked around 400 miles to support Walking With The Wounded and Walking Home For Christmas, with my son Dan, by my side. This...
Taking on the Welsh Three Peaks
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Matthew Collier, from Abertillery in Wales will be walking the Welsh Three Peaks Challenge in Abergavenny, South Wales. The team will walk 20 miles on December 17th, up and across Sugarloaf, before tackling Skirrid and finally ascending Blorenge.
Commenting on his Walking Home For Christmas challenge, Matthew said, “This is my fifth year supporting Walking Home For Christmas and it is a privilege to be back this year.
I have always been passionate about supporting charities. It's an absolute pleasure to walk for the people that have put themselves on the line, and risked their lives every day, to protect the things we believe in and make our world a better place. Walking Home For Christmas is a time to reflect on what we have and how we...
WWTW Manchester team walking to raise funds
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A team of our staff and local supporters will be walking from Canada Street in Manchester to The Cenotaph in St Peter’s Square on 8th December to raise funds for those who served.
Commenting on the Walking Home For Christmas challenge, Tom Knight, WWTW North West Regional Manager said, “Every year, the dedicated staff at Walking With The Wounded take part in our Walking Home For Christmas challenge. This year, our Manchester team will walk to the Cenotaph as a way of paying our respects to those who have served.
While the festive season brings joy to many, it can be a challenging time for some. Walking Home For Christmas provides a chance for colleagues, friends, and supporters to come together, embrace the fresh air, and collectively...
South Staffordshire College students and staff 50km walk
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Festive fundraising with a medieval twist
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On December 10th a team of Medieval Battle Reenactors will embark on a quest to cover an 8-kilometre route through the heart of Ipswich from Gainsborough Sports Centre to Christchurch Park, wearing their suits of armour, each suit weighs 35kg (equivalent to 3-4 stone). Their noble quest is in support of Walking With The Wounded’s ‘Walking Home For Christmas’ challenge.
Dale Eades, an armed forces veteran, will lead the group as they take on the challenge.
Commenting on the task ahead, Dale said, “As a veteran myself, I am all too aware of how skilfully Armed Services Personnel can hide the struggles that face them, forever “Soldiering On” as they have been trained to By undertaking this challenge and donning a suit of armour, I aim to...
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...
Steve and Craig to take on Manchester to Blackpool walk
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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.
Since joining Walking With The Wounded as an IPS Employment Advisor, I have witnessed first-hand the incredible work...
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.
Dan served as an Army Officer in the Royal Army Medical Corps, during which time he was deployed to the Balkans, East Africa and the Middle East. He was awarded several British Army Commendations during his service.
Challenge The Wild is an outdoor based company that specialises in providing events that are unique, raises profiles, improves the physical and mental well-being of participants, and builds exceptional teams. Dan has supported Walking With The Wounded for many years, delivering numerous fundraising events and supporting the charity's beneficiaries through a...