Final push for Great South West Walk
FOR one day only, all those who missed out on the fundraising extravaganza of the Great South West Walk last year have a final chance to join in the fun.
The WMN’s biggest fundraising campaign ever will return on May 18 for one final push to reach a target of £200,000.
Last year, thousands of walkers joined the news team to circumnavigate the region along the South West Coast Path throughout August.
An incredible £175,000 was raised and since then a further £3,000 has been generated through two “Question of Sport” quizzes in Plymouth and Exeter.
It is hoped many of the old, faithful faces from last year’s summer campaign will return to join in the fun.
Two of the long-distance stars of last year’s 630-mile walk – Jo Owen from Modbury and James Bloye from Launceston – have agreed to make a special appearance.
The WMN support team, including Ben the driver, Jan, Julie and Karen, will all be back to meet and greet the walkers and keep them fuelled.
The circular route chosen for Sunday, May 18 is a ten-mile stretch from Jenny- cliff, near Plymouth, to Wembury. It takes in a stunning leg of the South West Coast Path and winds inland through rolling South Hams hills back to the start point.
Foot Anstey solicitors has already donated £1,000 for the May walk.
Langage Farm has agreed to offer free ice cream to the walkers and energy bars and water will also be available.
Previous Great South West Walk sponsors
