Go extra mile for Macmillan

Miles for Macmillan will start at Ragley Hall, near Alcester, on Sunday September 15.

Participants will walk around the grounds of the 17th century stately home to raise money for Macmillan Cancer support.

Camilla Wood, the charity’s Warwickshire fundraising manager, said: “This summer, join us for a big, beautiful sponsored walk to raise money for Macmillan Cancer Support.

“Bring the kids, brothers, sisters, the girls at work - gather all the people who warm your life for a lovely day out in the fresh air.

“Get ready to soak up the incredible atmosphere and know that you’ll be taking part in something special -walking to make sure no one has to face cancer alone.”

The event, supported by Boots UK, will have two routes of three miles and eight miles, to cover various ages and levels of fitness.

Walkers are challenged to raise £150 or more.

Miss Wood added: “Macmillan provides vital cancer support services and we rely on donations to fund them - £150 could give a mum who’s found out she’s just got breast cancer a steadying hand.

“It could give her someone to help her cope with chemotherapy, provide a listening ear when she’s frightened, and support her with getting back to normal afterwards.

“More than 4,000 people in the Warwickshire area are diagnosed with cancer every year. Macmillan is here for them.”

The event is one of nine Miles for Macmillan walks taking place around the UK.

Participants will receive a sponsorship pack with everything you’ll need to know about the walk and fundraising ideas.

To register for a walk at Ragley Hall visit go to macmillan.org.uk/walks call 0300 1000 200 or

Macmillan is also encouraging fundraisers to take part in its World’s Biggest Coffee Morning event on Friday September 27.

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