Walk for Wards returns to Wilton House after two year break due to Covid

Stars Appeal's popular fundraiser returns home this summer

Hundreds of people are expected to take part in the Stars Appeal's flagship fundraiser in July
Author: Henrietta CreaseyPublished 15th Feb 2022

One of the Stars Appeal's biggest fundraisers is returning to it's traditional location, Wilton House after a two year break.

During 2021 and 2020 it couldn't be held there with supporters instead encouraged to undergo a sponsored walk in their own location.

This year's event will take place on Sunday 3rd July and will offer a choice of three routes, 3k, 5k or 10k around the Wilton Estate.

Walk for Wards is one of the region’s biggest fundraising events, attracting up to 2,000 people. Since it began in 2007 it has raised over £1million.

The walk was officially launched at Wilton House by Stars Appeal President Lord Pembroke, Principal Sponsor Salisbury Reds, and walk marshals Wilton Rotary Club.

-R: Stephen Whiteley, Salisbury Reds; Alan Pollard, Stars Appeal Volunteer; David Huckfield, Wilton Rotary Club; Lord Pembroke; David Newton, Salisbury Reds; Judy Pollard, Stars Appeal Volunteer.

The walk, which is free to enter,includes lunch and admission to the grounds of Wilton House. Walkers must sign up in advance and pledge to raise at least ÂŁ20 sponsorship which they can choose to benefit the ward or department of their choice at Salisbury District Hospital. All participants wear special signs to show which ward they are supporting or to dedicate their efforts to a loved one.

Money raised by the walk will help the Stars Appeal towards the ÂŁ1million it aims to raise this year to fund additional equipment, care and facilities which help thousands of patients, families and the NHS staff who care for them.

Lord Pembroke, President of the Stars Appeal, who is hosting the walk said:

“I’m so excited to have Walk for Wards back at Wilton House. It’s been a very long wait but it means so much to me and everyone at the hospital. Your support will make a huge difference to the Stars Appeal so please come and join me on Sunday 3rd July for Walk for Wards.”

Lord Pembroke can't wait to welcome Stars Appeal supporters back to Wilton House

To take part in Walk for Wards sign up at www.starsappeal.org or telephone 01722 429005 for an entry form.

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