WWTW Manchester team walking to raise funds

By Media Team on Dec 8, 2:30pm

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

By Media Team on Dec 8, 10:00am

Festive fundraising with a medieval twist

By Media Team on Dec 7, 12:00pm

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

By Media Team on Dec 7, 10:00am

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...