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Walkers join fundraising Starlight Stride in support of Beaumond House Hospice Care




Walkers turned out in force to support the first Starlight Stride for Beaumond House Hospice Care on Saturday.

It was a 10k memorial walk for families and friends who have lost a loved one, and raised money for Beaumond House’s work.

Joy Robinson, Alison Hanson, Olivia Robinson, Victoria Panayi and Jack Hanson.
Joy Robinson, Alison Hanson, Olivia Robinson, Victoria Panayi and Jack Hanson.

Melissa Gaffney, events and community fundraising manager said: “The Starlight Stride was such a special event that I haven’t stopped buzzing since Saturday.

“Our walkers were incredible, each walking in memory of a loved one. It was an event I don’t think we will all soon forget and we can’t wait to bring the Starlight Stride back in 2023.”

Andy Smith, Sarah Howard, Lisa Heathershaw and Maddie Howard, 14.
Andy Smith, Sarah Howard, Lisa Heathershaw and Maddie Howard, 14.

The walk started and ended at Newark Rugby Club and made its way around Newark town centre, pausing for a moment of remembrance at Beaumond House hospice on London Road.

At the end, finishers received a goodie bag, food and hot drinks.

Katie Jenkinson with her daughter Anya Jenkinson, 10, ahead of the walk.
Katie Jenkinson with her daughter Anya Jenkinson, 10, ahead of the walk.

Participants raised a minimum of £50 sponsorship to take part, alongside a £15 entry fee.

Among those taking part in the walk were Rachel Hallam, left, and Liana Watson who are pictured at the start.
Among those taking part in the walk were Rachel Hallam, left, and Liana Watson who are pictured at the start.
Maria Hewitt (left), Angie Perrett and Jayne Wright taking part in the Starlight Stride for Beaumond House Hospice Care.
Maria Hewitt (left), Angie Perrett and Jayne Wright taking part in the Starlight Stride for Beaumond House Hospice Care.
Those taking part included, left to right Shilpa Manjunath, Bev Hedge and Ian Richards.
Those taking part included, left to right Shilpa Manjunath, Bev Hedge and Ian Richards.
Walkers took on the 10k route in memory of loved ones.
Walkers took on the 10k route in memory of loved ones.
Walkers gathered to take part in the Starlight Stride.
Walkers gathered to take part in the Starlight Stride.
Walkers at the start of the Starlight Stride.
Walkers at the start of the Starlight Stride.
Walkers warming-up for the event.
Walkers warming-up for the event.

It was sponsored by Kirkgate Dental Care and Newark Rugby Club.



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