New location for this year's Dorset hospitals Walk for Wards
Last year's event raised over £12,700 for University Hospitals Dorset
The biggest fundraiser of the year for University Hospitals Dorset NHS Charity has a new location this time around - the stunning historic grounds of Upton Country Park.
Walk for Wards will return on Saturday 17th September.
Participants will once again raise money for local hospitals by taking part in a 3km, 5km or 10km sponsored walk for a ward or department close to their hearts.
After the walk, participants will be treated to a free gourmet burger courtesy of Rapid Relief UK as well as live funk and soul music from hospital band, The Late Shift, a live performance from The Rock Choir and a mini-makers market selling unique hand-made gifts made by local creators.
Whether people like to experience the great outdoors with a short stroll or embark on a longer route, Walk for Wards guarantees a fun filled day making wonderful memories in support of the Royal Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch hospitals.
Those in attendance can even bring their dogs along for this truly family friendly day out!
In 2021, 250 members of the community came together to celebrate the local NHS at Walk for Wards, raising over £12,700.
If someone has a loved one undergoing treatment, a personal experience of receiving care at the hospitals or want to say thank you to NHS heroes who’ve gone over and above to deliver exceptional care - University Hospitals Dorset can’t wait to welcome everyone to do so.
All three of their routes are accessible for all ages and abilities.
Tickets cost £15 for adults, £10 for children and under 5s go free.
Take advantage of their family ticket offer and register 2 adults and up to 4 children for just £40.
Every participant will be automatically entered into our prize draw for a hamper of hand-made gifts kindly donated by our stall holders.
You can register for the event on the UHD website at https://uhdcharity.enthuse.com/cf/walk-for-wards-2022