The Longest Walk

4 Goodgymers helped their local community in Windsor and Maidenhead
Anna Lafi
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Windsor and Maidenhead

Sunday 8th September

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Anna, Georgeta, Sara and Sheila all signed up to help at the annual Sunflower Walk in aid of Thames Hospice. The weather was looking changeable so we went prepared for anything..There were 3 routes for walkers of differing lengths, and Georgeta was assigned to a spot where the 10km and half marathon walkers crossed over the Thames on the way out as well as the way back. So she saw plenty of action. Sara and Sheila cycled to the end of the Long Walk, with stunning views of Windsor Castle (once the morning mist had cleared) and were able to tell the 100 or so intrepid walkers tackling the half marathon that they were now half way. It was lovely to see everyone dressed up with all their sunflower-related costumes, including an enterprising group with flower pot skirts. Everyone was safely sent on their way, and it only rained twice, and once the tail-walker came round, we were able to leave our posts. Sara and Sheila cycled back via the scenic route to meet up with Georgeta who was basking in lovely sunshine, enjoying her scenic spot, and directing the walkers back for their final couple of km. Back at base we found Anna, who had initially been serving refreshments but then promoted to welcoming the walkers home and handing out finishers' medals. It was great to help out with this event again, for such a worthwhile cause


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Thames Hospice
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Thames Hospice provide expert care for people living with life-limiting illnesses in East Berkshire and South Buckinghamshire. A vital part of their work is also supporting patients' families and carers, and they run 22 shops across the region to raise funds.

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Windsor and Maidenhead runner

Sun 8th Sep at 6:19pm

It was a good day out in the weather, all for a good cause! 🌻🌻🌻 Thank you Sheila for the very comprehensive report 😍. Glad you haven't mentioned Alfie the dog 🐕😜

Slough runner

Sun 8th Sep at 9:34pm

It was a great day out, thank you Sheila for not taking me up too many hills 😆

Windsor and Maidenhead runner

Mon 9th Sep at 8:59am

Sorry, I forgot to mention Alfie. I hope your bag has recovered 😉

Amy L
Amy L (she/her)

Tue 10th Sep at 10:34am

Aww this sounds and looks like such a wonderful event! Really well done everyone! xx

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