Gin trek just the tonic for hospice
APUB walk with gin tasting later this year will support local hospitality venues – as well as raising money for Rossendale Hospice.
The hospice has arranged the ‘Gin n trek’ pub walk with a difference for Saturday, September 11.
Supporters will join the pub walk at the Rose ‘n’ Bowl in Stacksteads and visit ten pubs along the way, while enjoying gin tasting from sponsors.
The walk will end at the Northern Whisper in Rawtenstall and all the gin sponsors will be holding a Gin Market at Rawtenstall Outdoor Market in the afternoon where bottles will be on sale.
Clare Richards, hospice head of fundraising, said the initial response has been “fantastic”.
“We’re very excited about this event which promises to be a great day for people to enjoy their friends’ company, while walking five miles through the Valley and enjoying some of the great pubs we have,” she said.
“The past year has been so difficult for so many, including everyone in hospitality, and this will be a great way to celebrate our local establishments.
“Our supporters will also get to purchase food on route and enjoy the entertainment on offer.
“We’re so pleased we are now able to finally hold events to raise muchneeded funds for the hospice.”
Supporters will receive their own 47ml tasting glass at the start which they keep with them throughout the event to reduce plastic wastage.
The Gin ‘n’ Trek is an adults-only event and tickets start at £5 for those wishing to abstain from gin tasting, and £20 per person taking part in the gin tasting.
Clare added: “Our event falls on Rossendale’s famous 60s Weekend Festival too, so we welcome our supporters to dress up in 60s gear if they wish. It will be a great weekend to be in the Valley.
“We would like to thank our sponsors for enabling us to hold the event: Moose Gin, Spirit of Garstang Gin and Rum; Cuckoo Gin; Long Dog Gin; and Bashall Spirits as well as our participating pubs: The Rose ‘n’ Bowl; Jolly Sailor; Boar’s Head; Red Lion Newchurch, Jackson’s Cafe Bar; Casked Ale House & Ginporium; Tiger Lounge; The Whitaker; White Lion Hotel and Northern Whisper.”