Walkers invited to hike for Ashton hospice

Walkers of all levels of experience are being invited to lace up their hiking boots and embark on an exciting walk whilst helping to raise vital funds for Willow Wood Hospice.

The hospice, based in Ashton-under-Lyne in Greater Manchester, has organised ‘The Great Ridge Walk’ on Saturday 23 September.

Starting in Castleton via Cave Dale in the beautiful Peak District, there will be a gradual ascent via Windy Knoll, where the group will reach the summit of Mam Tor and then keep their height whilst walking along the ridge of Hollins Cross, Back Tor and on to Lose Hill.

The gradual descent will then bring the walkers back to Castleton to enjoy some well-earned refreshments.

The seven-mile hike will be led by an experienced guide from Dark Peak Guides.

The cost of registration is £20 and participants are asked to seek sponsorship for at least £200, but the hospice can help with support for your fundraising efforts.

Dogs are welcome and walkers must be over the age of 16 unless they hold an AALA License.

To sign up, visit https://willowwood.org.uk/events/greatridge

The hospice is also assembling a Team Willow Wood to take part in this adventure.

CEO Karen Houlston, Clinical Director Nicola Cheetham, Director of Fundraising and Communications Sam Duncan, Events Fundraiser Laura Marinelli, and Donations and Administration Assistant Lisa Knowles have signed up so far.  

Laura, who has organised the walk, said: “Participants will walk along one of the best ridge walks in the country, with breath-taking views of the Edale and Hope Valleys, as well as the outskirts of Kinder Scout.

“We would love to see as many people take part as possible for what will be a difficult but extremely rewarding challenge, all to raise money for our beloved hospice.

“Alternatively, for those who may be unable to take part but still want to support the event, you can sponsor Team Willow Wood via our JustGiving page https://www.justgiving.com/page/team-willow-wood.”