FLASHING bunny ears and bright-coloured outfits are set to adorn the streets of Wrexham for the Midnight Walk this summer to raise money for hospice patient care.
The flagship event for Nightingale House is scheduled for Saturday, June 29. Participants can choose to complete a 5k or 10k route, which starts at Llwyn Isaf. Attendees will be entertained with live performances, food vendors, stalls, and more until the clock strikes midnight and the walk will commence.
Talking about plans for this year's Midnight Walk event, Elise Jackson, events and campaigns manager at Nightingale House Hospice said: "We are thrilled to be preparing for yet another fabulous Midnight Walk in 2024.
"As the event manager, I am excited to witness the community coming together and to make a positive impact. The Midnight Walk is a wonderful opportunity for us to unite to raise funds for this amazing cause and create lasting memories in the pursuit of making a difference."
Participants of a previous Midnight Walk for Nightingale House Hospice.
Sponsorship raised from the event will go towards providing essential services to people with life-limiting conditions at the Wrexham hospice. Last year, £55,000 was raised from the Midnight Walk event. These funds go towards various services, including aromatherapy, child bereavement support, music therapy, and more, which aim to support patients and their families' wellbeing in unimaginable circumstances.
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Alex Blaszkiewicz, HOYA marketing officer, added: "We feel privileged to once again support the Midnight Walk for Nightingale House. It means a lot to our community, and it's a charity close to many hearts at HOYA. We wish everyone participating all the best as they help raise funds and awareness for the hospice."
Participants of a previous Midnight Walk for Nightingale House Hospice.
Willing participants can get an entry for the Midnight Walk via the Nightingale House Hospice website. The hospice is offering an early bird sign-up price of £15 until March 7, before returning to the normal price of £20.
For more information, email rachelle.mclachlan@nightingalehouse.co.uk
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