It’s the last chance to sign up to the ‘Fun on the Farm’ Rowcroft Sleep Walk today, June 30, to raise money for the South Devon hospice.
This year the popular sleep walk – open to women and girls aged eight and over – is taking place on July 7. Those keen to join need to register before July 1.
Walkers can choose the five or ten mile routes to support the hospice. This year’s theme, ‘Fun on the Farm’ means walkers can don straw hats and dungarees.
The walk starts and finishes at Torbay Leisure Centre. All those who sign up will be allocated a start time between 7.30pm and 9pm - perfect for catching a view of the sunset over the Bay.
All ladies are welcome, regardless of their fitness levels, and men are also welcome to join in the fun by volunteering at the event.
Stewart Molyneux, of Rowcroft, said: ‘Last year saw more than 1,300 ladies take on the walk and they did an absolutely amazing job, raising more than £140,000.
‘This is such a stunning amount and has made a real difference in helping us care for more than 2,000 people every year with life-limiting illnesses. We really hope people will continue to sign up in their droves and fundraise to ensure we can exceed this total this year.’
Abi and Poppy Jones’ mum, Faye, was looked after by Rowcroft from 2016 to 2017. The sisters took part in the Rowcroft Sleep Walk last year and are now encouraging others to sign up and help raise vital funds for the hospice.
They said: ‘Rowcroft looked after our mum and helped us enjoy time together as a family. The nurses were all wonderful – we could never have known that during the worst times of our life we’d be able to find the best people.
‘Sign up for the Rowcroft Sleep Walk and you’ll be helping this amazing place to support local people with life-limiting illnesses, while having your own unforgettable experience. Every step will help a family in need – thank you!’
To register for the walk visit www.rowcroftsleepwalk.org.uk