Derian House celebrates 30 years of annual Morecambe Bay Walk for charity
It was shades on, sun cream out and spirits high as supporters joined the Derian House Children's Hospice annual Morecambe Bay walk from Arnside to Grange-over-Sands - marking 30 years of the much-loved fundraiser.
Dressed in their signature Derian green T-shirts, 91 walkers and 10 enthusiastic dogs set off across the seven-mile stretch of sand and tide on Saturday, April 25.
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At points, they waded through water reaching knee height as they took on one of the hospice’s best-loved fundraising events, which has now been running for 30 years.
And to top it off, participants raised an incredible £10,651.83 for the hospice, which provides care and support for more than 400 children and their families every year.
Entry to the Morecambe Bay Walk is free, with participants asked to raise a minimum of £50 each in support of Derian House.
Kerry Salmon, Community Fundraiser at Derian House Children's Hospice, said: “Blue skies, beautiful scenery and brilliant supporters are what make the Morecambe Bay Walk such a memorable day every year.
“It was great to see so many of our future Sahara Desert trekkers there too!”
She added: “We’re incredibly grateful to the Guide Over Sands Trust for safely guiding us across the bay once again, and a huge thank you to everyone who took part and raised such an amazing amount for the children and families we support.”