Children’s hospice calls on walkers

People are being urged to pull on their walking boots and raise vital funds for Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People. Rainbows is staging its annual sponsored Walk of Life on Sunday 19 May, as part of Children’s Hospice Week*, and is calling on the people of Leicestershire to sign up.

Starting at Leicestershire County Cricket Club, on Grace Road, walkers can take on a 15 mile trek or a gentler five mile amble around the city and surrounding countryside. More than 700 people took part in the event last year raising £45,000 for the Loughborough-based hospice. Many of the walkers dressed as their favourite super hero or brought their dogs along which made a fantastic sight around the streets of Leicester. This year, organisers hope to attract 800 walkers and smash last year’s figure.

Katie Baxter, community and events manager at Rainbows Hospice for Children and Young People, said: “The Walk of Life is one of our most fun events. With the choice of two routes, there really is something for everybody and we hope that as many people as possible sign up to help us raise funds.

“Lots of our participants don fancy dress and we can guarantee there will be a great atmosphere and wonderful camaraderie among our walkers. By taking part, you can really make a difference to the lives of seriously ill and life-limited children throughout the East Midlands.”

Entry for the event, which is sponsored by Oak FM and Next, is £5 and all walkers will receive a goody bag and medal. Dogs can also register for £5 and bring their owner for free. All dogs taking part will receive a doggy bag.

For further information on Rainbows’ Walk of Life or to register, visit www.rainbows.co.uk/walkoflife or contact Beccy May on 01509 638066 or email [email protected].