Walkers encouraged to put best foot forward
WALKERS are wanted as East Cheshire Hospice launches its annual Hike The Hill event.
This is a series of walks, centring on Macclesfield beauty spot Tegg’s Nose Country Park, on September 14, raising money for the hospice.
East Cheshire Hospice events fundraiser Nicola Burn said: “We are delighted to be holding Hike The Hill again, as we have had so much demand for it after last year’s successful walks.”
“We are encouraging walkers to sign up on our website for their registration pack and look forward to a day of fantastic views, good exercise and, of course, helping the hospice at the same time.”
There are three routes available, so hikers can pick the one to match their ability.
The longest 25km route is aimed at seasoned hikers, sets off at 8am and is expected to take about six hours to complete.
Keen ramblers are encouraged to choose the 17km route, departing from Tegg’s Nose at 10am, which is expected to take around four hours.
Families fancying something shorter can choose the two-hour route, 4.4km route, which sets off at noon.
Hospice mascot Sunny the Dog will be there on the day, and there will be a barbecue and entertainment after the hikes.
Adult registration is £12, children aged six to 15 are £5 and a family of four costs £30. Each walker will receive a hospice T-shirt to wear on the day.
For more information or to register online, visit the website eastcheshirehospice.org. uk/hikethehill. PEOPLE living with Parkinson’s Disease or Multiple Sclerosis and their carers are invited to special days at East Cheshire Hospice.
The day hospice, the Sunflower Centre, is opening its doors for days to give carers and patients peer support and advice, in collaboration with the Parkinson’s Society and Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Sunflower Centre sister Louise Furmston said: “We have had a couple of these days already and they have been hugely successful so we are delighted to offer more.
“They are a chance for people with the conditions and their carers to come and meet other people in the same situation and maybe share their stories, and find out more about how to manage their condition.
“At the Sunflower Centre we focus on helping people make the most of their lives. Patients may have life limiting illnesses but, with a bit of support and help, they can make sure every moment counts.
“And, of course, we want to recognise the invaluable support given by carers who are often overlooked. We hope they can come along for the day and relax and enjoy being pampered for once.”
The Parkinson’s Disease day will be held on September 20, and the Multiple Sclerosis Day will be on October 18th.
Both days are free for patients and carers - to book a place, call 01625 610364.