On this page you will find information about planned walking events. The aim of the Board is to
provide a portal for Event Organisers to provide FREE information over the web. Any organisation can promote their event here
providing it is all in a good cause. Charity Organisations and Businesses raising money for good causes are heartily
welcomed. Clubs and organisations holding non-profit events can also post their event on the board.
To add an Event to the board simply click here. Complete the email and post it to me. I will then put the Event details
on the Board whenever possible within 48 hours. Provide as much information as you can about the purpose of the event and don't forget to
include the organisers contact names and EMail/ Telephone numbers. The limits per bulletin are 300 words although updates can be added
when required. Photographs and Logos are also accepted.
Why use the charilty Walks Page? - At over 2 million hits per month the site offers one of the best FREE portals for getting your message
over about your event and increasing your sponsorship. Good luck with your event.
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Walk In Her Shoes - Care Charity Walking Event
During all of March 2012
CARE International and are organising a new campaign called Walk In Her Shoes. The challenge is simple; choose any week in March 2012 and walk 10,000 steps per day for the whole week by celebrating International Women's Day in March. That's approximately five miles each day in solidarity with women who have to work long distances every day just to survive. We are asking individuals to raise a minimum of £100 for CARE International.
By swapping the bus or train or including a lunchtime walk in your day, you'll be joining supporters up and down the country to show you care about women living in poverty. We'll send you a pedometer to track your steps and will be on hand to support your fundraising challenge every step of the way.
Why join?
It's a sad fact that women are more affected by poverty - 70% of the world's poorest billion people are female.
In poor communities, fetching food, water or other items like firewood is a responsibility that falls most heavily on women and girls. Tragically this means there is little time for basic opportunities, such as going to school or gaining paid employment. In Africa alone, the World Health Organisation estimates there are more than 40 billion work hours lost each year to the need to fetch clean drinking water.
Susan from Zimbabwe used to have an exhausting journey of over four and a half hours a day just to collect water. CARE worked with her community to repair a borehole near her village. Susan now has access to an abundance of clean, fresh water closer to her home. Her family is protected from water-borne diseases, and Susan no longer has to make the exhausting journey every day.
By 'walking in her shoes' you can make life better for women like Susan. From providing access to basic services like clean water, to giving women a voice with which they can demand their human rights, CARE helps whole communities transform their lives.
Be part of it:
This is a great way to show your support for women and their families for whom every day is a huge challenge. It's also a great way to fit more exercise into your day and to celebrate International Women's Day. To sign up follow this link.
For more information please visit the CARE Challenge website or call 0207 091 6111 or email us.
Thank you.
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Chichester Diocesan Easter Walk
Alfriston – Wilmington – Alfriston, Easter Monday 9th April 2012
Start: Alfriston Memorial Hall The Tye (Village Green)
Time: 9.30am
Check Point and refreshments: Wilmington Village Hall
(teas, coffees and home make cakes will be on sale)
Check Point and Finish: Alfriston Memorial Hall (approximately 7 miles)
CAR PARKING:
There are two car parks in Alfriston both to the north side of the village (leading to Berwick). Please check 'length of stay' and cost as they differ. Further parking can be found near the school on "The Furlongs".
REFRESHMENTS:
Teas, coffees and cakes will be on sale at Wilmington Village Hall.
Muddy Boots may need to removed in the hall, or bring a couple of carrier bags!
(TOILETS are available at the check points)
STEWARDING:
Walkers will be checked in and allocated a number at the start point.
When passing through the check-point (Wilmington Village Hall) the numbers must be given to the steward. At the finishing point: Alfriston Memorial Hall, walkers and numbers will be 'signed out'. (This is to ensure everyone's safety on the day).
CHILDREN:
Children are welcome on the Walk in groups or individually but in all cases must be accompanied and supervised by adults.
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY:
During the walk if you have any last minute changes/you get lost/or are unable to complete the walk please contact 07795 067500.
For full details including sponsorship forms, registration forms and a map of the walk please go to Chichester Diocesan Easter Walk 2012. Alternatively contact us on 01273 425699 or email us at admin@familysupportwork.org.uk. Thank you.
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Swanage and Purbeck's 3rd Walking Festival
April 28th until May 6th 2012
Organisers are delighted to announce the launch of the Third Swanage and Purbeck Walking Festival.
The Isle of Purbeck in Dorset has some of the most stunning scenery in the UK and the walk programme is designed to provide people of all ages, interests and abilities the chance to roam along the beautiful Jurassic Coast and over unspoiled heathland, through nature reserves and idyllic Dorset villages. The area is blessed with an abundance of wildlife, and those taking part can expect to see some of the UK's rarest species such as the Sikka Deer for example, as well as magnificent and iconic landmarks such as Corfe Castle and Old Harry Rocks.
The programme is set to be as diverse as possible this coming year, take a leisurely stroll for a mile and a half walk around Swanage, discovering the fascinating history of this beautiful Victorian seaside town, or for the more active take the day out, with sixteen miles along the South West Coast Path on the infamous 'Jurassic Roller Coaster. Expect a variety of experiences, with discounts for those opting for trips on Swanage Steam Railway, and pub lunches included for some, or how about resting your feet and eating a packed lunch, sitting in a flower-filled meadow and looking out to sea?
Main Sponsor Oswald Bailey, the outdoor clothing and camping retailer, is once again supporting the festival and says
"We are delighted to be involved with this popular event in the walking calendar once again, as a Dorset based family firm with 19 shops around the UK, the event totally encompasses the ethos of our brand. We want to encourage people to get outdoors to appreciate what our natural landscape has to offer and this event is the perfect way to do that."
Festival organiser Andy Pedrick, commented:
"The festival is now well and truly established and it has proved tremendously popular, it's a great way for everyone to explore the Purbeck's, and learn about how special the area is. Next years programme will include events of special interest, such as photography, art, food, and family activities. It's going to be fantastic."
More details can be found on the Walking Festival website or for more information on Swanage and the Isle of Purbeck please visit Visit Swanage.
For Press enquiries please contact Emma Fernandez at Violet PR on 078 497 48 434 (Press trips can be organised) email: emma@violetpr.com |
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Just Walk 2012: The South Downs on Saturday 12th May 2012
Flexible fund raising for the charity of your choice
An exciting sponsored UK charity walk for anyone wanting to fundraise for the charity of their choice. This fundraising walk is open to charities and anyone who is keen to get their walking boots on and hike for charity - you can choose either 10km, 20km, 40km or 60km routes - so something for everybody. This charity walk offers enthusiastic walkers the chance to experience a breathtaking charity walk over the picturesque South Downs in West Sussex and generate funds for their chosen charity.
You and your friends can choose to participate in either a 10km fundraising walk, a 20km walk, a 40km walk or a whopping 60km. Once you have paid an event fee, ALL the money you raise will go to your chosen charity. So, whether you raise £10 or £10,000, your charity will get it ALL. There are no hidden overheads.
For more information and to book please go to our website.
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Take on the London to Brighton Challenge for Asthma UK
12th May 2012 – 13th May 2012
Take part in the London to Brighton Challenge in support of Asthma UK. You can sign up as an individual or as a team to take part in this 100km non-stop, on-foot challenge. Test your endurance and determination by walking, jogging or running across this scenic route from London to Brighton.
Three people a day die from asthma. Asthma UK is the charity dedicated to changing this. We fund research and offer support because 90% of asthma deaths are preventable.
Sign up as an individual or as a team and join over 1,000 participants at the start line, before setting off on this non-stop on-foot challenge to Brighton. You will depart London for the scenic route over the North and South Downs National trails, before finishing on the Brighton sea front for a well-deserved celebratory brunch.
Whether your ambition is to complete the distance in 15 or 30 hours, the year for achieving personal goals and setting some new records is 2012. The challenge is London to Brighton!
For more information and to sign up for this challenge please visit our website
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Macmillan Cancer Support London Thames Walk, 20th May 2012
As part of our fundraising initiative to support people living with cancer, we are organising a 5 mile and two 10 mile walk along the Thames on Sunday, 20th May 2012. The details of the walk along with a picture (attached) are mentioned below.
Date - 20th May 2012 – Sunday
Start - Greenwich, Woolwich, Putney
Finish – Hay's Galleria, near London Bridge
5 miles starts at 2.30 pm from Greenwich and 10 miles start at 1pm from Woolwich and Putney respectively – registration opens one hour before.
£10 per person registration fee but under 16s go free.
Contact: The Miles for Macmillan team - 0300 1000 200
Website: www.macmillan.org.uk/walking
Email: londonwalk@macmillan.org.uk.
Join Macmillan Cancer Support on one of our 5 or 10 mile walks along the Thames Pathway taking in all the varied and beautiful views of London along the river, finishing at the stunning Hay's Galleria near London Bridge.
For more information and to register, please visit our wesite or if you have any questions, please call the team on 03001000200 or email us. Thank you. |
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Christians Against Poverty – Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge
30th June 2012
Where: Horton-in-Ribblesdale, Distance: 26 Miles
This year sees the return of our ever popular Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge. You have the opportunity to join 200 other walkers in taking on the challenge of scaling Pen-y-ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough in one day. All of our walkers will benefit from our marshalled route, refreshments, a CAP t-shirt and the opportunity to join us for an evening celebration and camping after the event.
"Christians Against Poverty is an award winning debt counselling charity. Our Bradford headquarters supports our growing network of 190 UK centres to offer our clients a professional, friendly and local service. We have helped over 45,000 people facing problems to find a way out of debt, completely free of charge. We can help anyone who lives near one of our centres, regardless of belief, background, race or any other factor.
94% of clients say our service was either life transforming or a great help."
To find out more information contact our events team: Matt Small, Tel: 01274760560, email: events@capuk.org
or visit our website and fill in an enquiry form.
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The Leukaemia Busters Sponsored Purbeck Odyssey Walks
Along the Dorset Coast, Saturday 23rd June 2012
When: Saturday 23rd June 2012
What: Charity Walks (2 miles, 4 miles, 7 miles, 12 miles, 19 miles and 30 miles!)
Where: Along the Dorset Coast – Taking in Corfe Castle, Tyneham, St.Aldhelms Head and Swanage amongst many other places of interest.
Details about the Walks:
Saturday 23rd June is the date for a specially organised series of walks along the hills, ridges and coastline of Dorset, taking in some of the county's spectacular panoramic views. Here is your chance to experience a great day out and enjoy some of the finest and most dramatic scenery that the British Isles has to offer. Choose from a variety of walks between 2 miles and 30 miles in length along the cliffs, coves and inlets of the stunning Dorset coastline. You can walk on your own, with family and friends, or as part of a team - a great way to see the beautiful countryside and raise funds for Leukaemia Busters, and all successful walkers will receive a medal!
In the historic and glorious setting of Corfe Castle and with the breathtaking Purbecks as your scenery, whichever walk you choose the Purbeck Odyssey will be an enjoyable day out with family and friends.
How to enter: Closing date 16th June
You can pre-register now by emailing contact@leukaemiabusters.org.uk and including the wording PO Walks 2012, or by telephoning on 023 8077 5590 and leave us your name and contact details on the answer phone.
For spectacular views and breathtaking scenery, the Purbeck Odyssey walks have it all. Young or old, families, companies, clubs or societies, YOU can help make childhood leukaemia a thing of the past.
Website: http://www.leukaemiabusters.org.uk
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Cheltenham Circular Challenge organised by Cleve Valley Rotary Club
Cheltenham Racecourse, Sunday 24th June 2012
A Charity event involving running or walking along all or part of the Cheltenham Circular Footpath. The route is over fields and footpaths involving stiles and kissing gates. Consequently the route is not suitable for wheelchairs. Participants are people from all walks of life and include families with children and dogs. Due to the nature of the event no people with special needs are anticipated at the event.
The objective of the event is to provide a challenging and fun day out running or walking in the Cotswolds, coupled with the opportunity to raise monies for Rotary or your nominated Charities.
Will my efforts be recognised? When you have completed either a section, or a full Marathon you will be awarded a medal at the Racecourse. Medals for completion of the half Marathon will be awarded at Brizen Field.
Participants can run or walk any number of four sections and raise sponsorship money for either Rotary Charities or the Charity of their choice. Rotary or the nominated charity can then claim Gift Aid on the eligible Sponsorship monies raised.
The Rotary Club distributes the monies it receives.. Alternatively sponsorship monies raised by entrants can be paid direct by the entrant to their nominated charity. Since 1995 the event has raised over £400,000 for charities.
If you wish to support Rotary Charities a sponsorship form is available for download from the Challenge Web-site www.thechallenge.org.uk. If you have chosen an alternative Charity you should contact the Charity concerned for a sponsorship form.
Who can enter? Runners and Walkers as individuals, or as teams of five adults.
What does it cost? Adult £17,
Juniors (under 17) FREE,
Challenge Trophy Team (5 Adults) £70
(Note: After Noon on Saturday 23rd June you can only enter on the day at the Racecourse when the charge per Adult is £22. Teams must register on-line before noon on the 23rd June)
How do I enter? By on line registration from Monday 9th January 2012 until noon 23rd June 2012 via the web-site. Participants may also enter on the day at the Racecourse. By post to: Cheltenham Circular Challenge, PO Box 371, Cheltenham GL52 8XA
Challenge Team Trophy: The trophy will be awarded to the team of five that raises the greatest amount of sponsorship money for its chosen Charity. In addition Cleeve Vale Rotary Club will make a donation of £150 to the winning team's nominated Charity.
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Mountain Philosopy
Event management for charity walkers, challenge takers and organisers of fund raising events
on mountains in the British Isles
Mountain philosophy provides event management for fundraising challenges on British mountains. The information on this site will be useful to anyone planning to take part in one (Tips for participants) and anyone organising one (Tips for organisers).
Taking part in a charitable event is a really brilliant thing to do, but it's not a walk in the park and anyone new to the activity may find some really helpful information here. Mountain philosophy also provides walking tours in mountain regions of the UK.
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Get Walking Keep Walking
Get Walking Keep Walking promotes walking in urban areas. The Ramblers promoted lottery funded website targets inactive
people and those with health problems, offering free short led walks, DIY Get Walking packs and step counters.
It is highly recommended by the Walking Englishman for encouraging people to get walking an enjoy the obvious benefits.
The website is your walking resource centre with everything you need to:
* Apply for a Get Walking pack
* Join a programme of led walks in your local area
* Explore your community using our walking routes
* Learn more about how walking can change your life – for good
* Volunteer and share your enthusiasm for walking
* Become a Get Walking Keep Walking partner
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Breast Cancer Campaign
We've realised that not everyone can attend a mass participation walk or organise their own walk so we've decided to create a walking event that can be done anywhere at any time, on your own or with others, STEP ON IT.
Visit Step On It for more information. |
Email me to support my effort.
Check out my Amazon Wishlist
Visit my Fundraising Page
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Wayne Iredale's Help For Heroes Challenge
My name is Wayne Iredale and I am aiming to raise significant funds for Help For Heroes by climbing the top 25 peaks of the Lake District completely unaided and without a support team. Help for Heroes are desperately in need of funds to support our wounded upon return to the UK.
My aim for Feb 2011 is to raise as much money as possible for the Help for Heroes Charity by climbing the top 25 Peaks in the Lake District and to gain sponsorship for doing so. The major expenses for this challenge are GPS, Video recording equipment, Ordinance survey Maps, Clothing, Camping equipment, boots and dried food. We were hoping that this might be something you would consider helping us with. In return I would of course be willing to wear any company logo on my shirt/fleece and for you to be listed as our key sponsor on all associated literature and press releases. The complete challenge will be recorded on video camera. I do hope that this is something you might be willing to consider. I would welcome the opportunity to speak with you further about this.
Thank you for giving this your consideration. Best Regards, Wayne Iredale.
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