By Leicester Mercury | Posted: 23 September, 2014
More than 400 people took part in a charity walk to raise money for a Leicester hospice.
LOROS’ annual sponsored called Walk on the Wildside took place earlier this month and raised more than £20,000 through sponsorship. It started and finished at Severn Trent Water’s visitor centre in Cropston.
The Mayor of Charnwood officially opened the walk together with Leicester City’s Filbert Fox.
This year there were three routes to choose from – a five mile, an 11 mile walk and there was also a new toddler trail.
Most walkers were carrying out the walk in memory of loved ones.
There was also stalls, children’s activities, as well as a variety of food outlets.
Christian Weikert-Picker, LOROS fundraiser said, “The support that has been shown for the event is amazing.
"We had more sign-ups on the day this year than ever and it is fantastic to see so many people coming along, keeping fit and supporting the hospice.
“The conditions were ideal for walking – not too hot and not too cold. There were smiles from all participants in particular from those taking part in the new toddler trail, finding clues and exploring nature, it was a great family day.
“We are looking at a pledge of over £20,000 through sponsorship, which will make a huge difference to the running of the hospice.
“This is one of our major fundraising events in the calendar – well done to everyone who took part and helped make the day such a huge success.”
Photograph courtesy of Rod Fitzpatrick
