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SUMMARY:Walk of Life - your way!
DESCRIPTION:Do it your way for Royal United Hospitals Bath!\nOrganise your own walk any time in May. Choose a place\, route and distance that works for you\, gather your friends and family\, and join the Walk of Life – your way! \nThe Walk of Life is a celebration\, for loved ones and for those who cared for them. Whatever your reasons for walking\, you’ll be supporting your local hospital to do more for everyone who needs it. \nWhether it’s 5km on the 17th or a mile a day in May\, however you walk\, you won’t be doing it alone. \nThis is more than just a walk. This is a walk for everyone in Bath\, Wiltshire and beyond. \nSince it began in 2006\, the Walk of Life has raised over £800\,000 for RUH Bath\, thanks to your support. Now in its 20th year\, the Walk of Life has made a real life impact for patients\, families\, and our extraordinary hospital staff. \n  \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n\nHow to take part\n1. Sign up for free and get your t-shirt in the post\n2. Choose your distance\, route\, and date\n3. Set up a JustGiving page\n \nEveryone who raises £100 or more will receive an exclusive Walk of Life medal!\n \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nSign up to do it your way\n\n\n\n \nDate: any day (or several days) in May 2026\nDistance: you choose\nLocation: you choose\nRegistration fee: free\nTry to raise: £100\n \nClick here to join the in person event on Saturday 23 May instead.\n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQs\n\n20 stories for 20 years \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nThe Walk of Life was started by Vanessa Kyte (Ness) who died on 15th November 2007\, seven years after first being diagnosed with breast cancer which developed into secondary lung cancer and brain tumours. Her passion for fundraising sparked her and her sister Nicola to begin the Walk of Life in 2006\, and it has developed and grown ever since into the beautiful celebration that it is today with thousands of walkers stepping out for an incredible cause. The Walk of Life remembers Ness with our volunteer run ‘GoodNess’ stops along the way. \nWhether you’re walking in memory of a friend or family member\, to celebrate yours or your loved one’s recovery at the RUH\, or to say thank you to the incredible RUH staff\, this is a walk for all lives. \nHave you taken part in the Walk of Life before or is this your first walk? Could you share your reasons for walking for our ’20 stories for 20 years’ series? Please get in touch by emailing fundraising@ruhx.org.uk or by filling out our short story form. \n\n\n\n\nWhat do I get for taking part? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nBy taking part in the Walk of Life – your way!\, you’ll get: \n• An RUHX t-shirt\n• A dedication back sign to let everyone know who you’re walking for\n• A Walk of Life finishers medal if you raise £100 or more\n• All the fundraising materials and support you need\n• The pride of helping your local hospital do more \n\n\n\n\nWhere does my sponsorship go? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nThe funds raised from the Walk of Life will make a real-life impact. Every penny goes towards life-changing projects at the RUH\, such as: \n• providing state-of-the-art equipment\n• providing facilities for loved ones to be with patients\n• transforming hospital wards\n• funding life changing research and innovative technologies\n• providing mental health first aid training to staff\n• arts programmes for children and older people on our wards \nWith your help\, we can make our care extra extraordinary for every patient and support our hospital staff to do what they do best. We couldn’t do it without your exceptional support. \n\n\n\n\nCan I take part as a team? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nYes! The Walk of Life is even more fun when friends and family join you. Fundraising as a team is a great way to raise even more and you can do this together on one fundraising page. \nThe Walk is an amazing team bonding experience\, made even better by the difference you’ll be making to your local community. \nThe virtual Walk of Life – your way! is free for everyone to enter. \n\n\n\n\nCan I take part in the in person event instead? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nThe Walk of Life – your way! is a virtual challenge and entry cannot be transferred to our in person event on Saturday 23 May. \nTo register for the in person event instead\, please click here to sign up and pay the registration fee. \n\n\n\n\nTerms & conditions \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nPlease read the Terms & Conditions here. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n                                                    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Every year for the last eleven I have always felt a belonging with all that take part\, knowing that you are all walking for the same charity but all have different feelings. It is an amazing feeling to be a part of this fantastic walk.”
URL:https://ruhx.org.uk/events/walk-of-life-your-way/
LOCATION:You choose!
CATEGORIES:DIY,Walk
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SUMMARY:Walk of Life 2026
DESCRIPTION:Will you step up for Royal United Hospitals Bath?\nSign up to join hundreds of walkers stepping out onto the Kennet & Avon canal for RUH Bath. The Walk of Life is a celebration\, for loved ones and for those who cared for them. Whatever your reasons for walking\, you’ll be supporting your local hospital to do more for everyone who needs it. \nFeaturing a group warm up at the start line\, a free lunchtime BBQ\, regular refreshment stops\, and a big celebration at the end with finish line photos! \nThe Walk of Life is kindly sponsored by Savills and SPF. \nThis is more than just a walk. This is a walk for everyone in Bath\, Wiltshire and beyond. \nSince it began in 2006\, the Walk of Life has raised over £800\,000 for RUH Bath\, thanks to your support. Now in its 20th year\, the Walk of Life has made a real life impact for patients\, families\, and our extraordinary hospital staff. \n  \n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWays to take part\n\nIn person \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\n26.2 miles / marathon (all day)\nBishops Cannings to Bath \n16 miles (morning only)\nBishops Cannings to Bradford on Avon \n10 miles (afternoon only)\nBradford on Avon to Bath \nSign up to the in person event \n\n\n\n\nYour way (virtual) \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nOrganise your own walk any time in May. Choose a place\, route and distance that works for you\, gather your friends and family\, and join the Walk of Life your way! Click here to sign up for free. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nSign up today\n\n\n\nAdult tickets:\n£20 + £100 fundraising target \nChild tickets (under 18 on the day):\n£8 + £50 fundraising target \nCan’t make the in person event on Saturday 23 May? Don’t miss out! Click here to join our virtual Walk of Life event instead. \n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQs\n\n20 stories for 20 years \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nThe Walk of Life was started by Vanessa Kyte (Ness) who died on 15th November 2007\, seven years after first being diagnosed with breast cancer which developed into secondary lung cancer and brain tumours. Her passion for fundraising sparked her and her sister Nicola to begin the Walk of Life in 2006\, and it has developed and grown ever since into the beautiful celebration that it is today with thousands of walkers stepping out for an incredible cause. The Walk of Life remembers Ness with our volunteer run ‘GoodNess’ stops along the way. \nWhether you’re walking in memory of a friend or family member\, to celebrate yours or your loved one’s recovery at the RUH\, or to say thank you to the incredible RUH staff\, this is a walk for all lives. \nHave you taken part in the Walk of Life before or is this your first walk? Could you share your reasons for walking for our ’20 stories for 20 years’ series? Please get in touch by emailing fundraising@ruhx.org.uk or by filling out our short story form. \n\n\n\n\nWhat do I get for taking part? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nBy taking part in the in person event\, you’ll get: \n• An RUHX t-shirt\n• A dedication back sign to let everyone know who you’re walking for\n• Water and snacks along the way at our ‘GoodNess’ stops\n• Free morning coach service from Bath to Bishops Cannings (26.2/16 miles only)\n• Free lunchtime BBQ for all walkers\n• A Walk of Life finishers medal and finish line photo\n• All the fundraising materials and support you need\n• The pride of helping your local hospital do more \nOur coach service is kindly provided by Centurion Travel\, and lunchtime BBQ is kindly provided by Rapid Relief Team. \n\n\n\n\nWhere does my sponsorship go? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nThe funds raised from the Walk of Life will make a real-life impact. Every penny goes towards life-changing projects at the RUH\, such as: \n• providing state-of-the-art equipment\n• providing facilities for loved ones to be with patients\n• transforming hospital wards\n• funding life changing research and innovative technologies\n• providing mental health first aid training to staff\n• arts programmes for children and older people on our wards \nWith your help\, we can make our care extra extraordinary for every patient and support our hospital staff to do what they do best. We couldn’t do it without your exceptional support. \n\n\n\n\nWhat time does the Walk of Life start? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nExact timings of the in person event will be published 1 month before the event. As a guide\, the 16 mile and 26.2 mile (marathon) distances usually set off at 8am from Bishops Cannings and the 10 mile distance sets off at 1pm from Bradford on Avon. \nWalkers will be asked to arrive 30 minutes before the start time\, with final information sent nearer the time of the event. A free coach service runs from Bath to Bishops Cannings for morning walkers. \n\n\n\n\nCan I volunteer?\n \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nThe Walk of Life wouldn’t be possible without our extraordinary volunteers. We need your help to look after our GoodNess stops\, marshal the route\, and cheer on our walkers as they cross the finish line. Click here to fill in our enquiry form. \n\n\n\n\nWhere does the Walk of Life take place? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nThe Walk of Life takes you on a scenic journey down the Kennet & Avon canal towpath. There are three distance options along the canal: \n• 26.2 miles / marathon (all day) – starting at The Crown Inn in Bishops Cannings\, near Devizes\, following the canal all the way to The Holburne Museum in Bath \n• 16 miles (morning only) – starting in Bishops Cannings with our marathon walkers and finishing at the lunchtime stop at Victory Field in Bradford on Avon \n• 10 miles (afternoon only) – starting at our lunchtime stop in Bradford on Avon and joining marathon walkers to Bath \nFrom stunning countryside to historic aqueducts\, there is plenty to spot along the way as you enjoy your day and complete your challenge. \nIf you are taking part in the virtual event\, you can choose any place to complete your walk! \n\n\n\n\nCan I take part as a team? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nYes! The Walk of Life is even more fun when friends and family join you. Fundraising as a team is a great way to raise even more. We ask that you still aim to raise £100 per person in your team\, but you can do this together on one fundraising page. \nThe Walk is an amazing team bonding experience\, made even better by the difference you’ll be making to your local community. \nPlease get in touch about our corporate/RUH staff team packages by emailing fundraising@ruhx.org.uk. \n\n\n\n\nCan I run? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nThe Walk of Life is a walking only event. The timings of the event are not suitable for runners as we cannot guarantee that refreshment stops or finish lines will be set up in time. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n“Every year for the last eleven I have always felt a belonging with all that take part\, knowing that you are all walking for the same charity but all have different feelings. It is an amazing feeling to be a part of this fantastic walk.” \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n   \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAdditional information \n\nStaying safe on the canal \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nPlease note that the canal towpath is shared with cyclists and members of the public on the day of the in person Walk of Life event. \nKey facilities: \n• First aid cyclist responders operating along the route \n• Toilets available (please note some are a short walk from the main route) \n• Refreshments available at key locations – please bring your own water bottle \n• Dogs welcome on leads – please ensure you bring a water bowl for your dog \n• A map will be provided to help navigate the route and show facility locations. There will also be friendly event marshals on hand at key locations to help direct. \n\n\n\n\nTravel information \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nTaking part in our in person event? \nMorning: 26.2 mile (Marathon) / 16 mile walkers \nPlease note\, there is no dedicated event parking at The Crown Inn in Bishops Cannings. We recommend that you arrange for someone to drop you off or you use the free event coach service from Bath\, kindly provided by Centurion Travel (details provided closer to the time of the event). \nAfternoon: 10 mile walkers \nBradford on Avon has a number of public car parks which are within easy walking distance to the afternoon start – further information can be found by clicking here. \nBradford on Avon town centre can get very busy on a Saturday afternoon. It is important you plan your journey to ensure you arrive for your allocated start time. There is no dedicated parking at the event in Bradford on Avon. \nAlternatively\, Bradford on Avon has direct train and bus links operating to and from Bath and the surrounding area. Please check the service provider for up to date timetables. \n\n\n\n\nAccessibility \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nCertain parts of the canal towpath may not be suitable if you have restricted mobility\, due to the nature of the terrain. There are also steps along one section of the route in Bath. \nFor more detailed information on the Kennet & Avon Canal towpath accessibility\, please visit the Canal & River Trust website by clicking here. \nAlternatively\, you can choose your own location\, route and distance by taking part in the Walk of Life your way! Find out more. \n\n\n\n\nTerms & conditions \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nPlease read the Terms & Conditions here.
URL:https://ruhx.org.uk/events/walk-of-life/
LOCATION:Walk of Life\, The Crown Inn\, Bishops Cannings\, Devizes\, SN10 2JZ\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Challenge,Walk
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SUMMARY:Race to the Stones
DESCRIPTION:Have you got what it takes to conquer the oldest path in Britain?\nThe Ridgeway has endured 5\,000 years. You just have to last 100km. \n3\,000 people from around the world each year follow in the footsteps of Romans\, Vikings and mythical warriors in their quest to reach the 5000-year-old circle at Avebury\, a UNESCO World Heritage site. \nThis is a challenge for all ages\, experience and fitness levels. Whether you’re a seasoned runner\, patient plodder or weekend walker – choose to camp over the weekend\, take on 50km or 100km in one go or over two days. Grit and determination will get you to the finish and secure those memories to last a life-time. With a completion rate of over 90% this is the perfect first ultra.\n  \nJoin #TeamRUHX today\nStep 1: Get a place directly with Threshold Trail Series here \nStep 2: Contact us to let us know you have a place. Email: fundraising@ruhx.org.uk \nStep 3: Set up a Justgiving fundraising page here and raise as much as you can to support extra extraordinary healthcare in Bath and beyond.
URL:https://ruhx.org.uk/events/race-to-the-stones/
LOCATION:Lewknor\, Oxon\, OX49 5RR
CATEGORIES:Challenge,Running,Walk
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SUMMARY:Snowdon at Night
DESCRIPTION:Experience the highest mountain in Wales under a canopy of stars\nWhether you’ve trekked mountains before\, or enjoy walking and want to take it to the next level\, seeing the sunrise across Eryri National Park (Snowdonia) will be a memory never forgotten! \nYou will be guided by qualified mountain leaders along the 9.5 mile route up Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) (1\,085m) for a challenging yet rewarding experience in the dark. On your descent in early morning light\, you will witness the breathtaking mountain range open up to give glorious views. A celebratory breakfast will be waiting for your return to Llanberis! \nSign up today\nThere are two options for paying and fundraising for your challenge: \nOption A – Minimum Sponsorship\n£45 registration fee + raise at least £320 in sponsorship\n80% of this is due 12 weeks prior to your challenge. \nOption B – Self-funding\n£45 registration fee + self-fund £160\nThen simply raise as much as possible with no minimum target. \nGet your place now*\n \n*Simply select RUHX from the drop down list (under local hospice/hospital category) when you fill out the registration form. \nWe’re here to support you and answer any questions you have! Please get in touch with our Events & Community team by emailing fundraising@ruhx.org.uk or calling 01225 825823.\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\nFAQs\n\nWhat’s included? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\n\nHot food before the trek departs\nComplimentary snacks\nBreakfast on completing the challenge\nQualified Global Adventure Challenges leaders\nVehicle for back up and support\nChallenge Medal\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat support is there on the trek? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nYou will be accompanied by qualified Global Adventure Challenges leaders and a support vehicle will be available for back up. \n\n\n\n\nHow fit do I have to be? \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nYou need to have a reasonable level of fitness in order to take part\, but you do not need to be ‘super fit’ or a professional athlete! You should slowly build up your fitness levels on the build up to your challenge by walking for good lengths of time. \n\n\n\n\nGlobal Adventure Challenges \n  \nExpandHide\n \n\n\nGlobal Adventure Challenges are an experienced challenge provider who have worked with us on many occasions. They are committed to providing you with the best possible experience on your trek. \nFind out more https://globaladventurechallenges.com/
URL:https://ruhx.org.uk/events/snowdon-at-night/
CATEGORIES:Challenge,Walk
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