People in Cheshire are invited to step up and Walk for Parkinson’s on 28 September
Parkinson’s UK’s Walk for Parkinson’s is coming to Cheshire next month and the charity is calling on local people to lace up and sign up to this fundraising walk that fuels life-changing research.
Whether you’re a seasoned walker or looking to take on your first fundraising challenge, Walk for Parkinson’s is suitable for everyone. Taking place at Marbury Country Park, Northwich on Saturday 28 September, there are two different routes available for people to choose from; a shorter 1.7 mile route, which is fully accessible, or a longer 5.5 mile route. All participants will enjoy exploring the arboretum and lime avenues in this 1,000-acre country park.
Walk for Parkinson’s promises not only steps, but smiles too as walkers will warm up together, walk together, and finish together with other members of the Parkinson’s community. There will also be information on offer about Parkinson’s research and support, and refreshments.
David Steele, Community Fundraiser for North West & Isle of Man at Parkinson’s UK, said:
“Parkinson's is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world. In Liverpool, Merseyside and Cheshire there are 5,922 people living with the condition. Every hour, two more people in the UK are diagnosed, meaning 1 in 37 people alive today will be diagnosed with Parkinson's in their lifetime.
“There’s no cure for Parkinson’s. Yet. But if we walk together, we can make a difference to the lives of people with Parkinson’s. We can make breakthroughs and together we can stride towards a cure for the condition.
Whatever your age or fitness level, we’d love to see you at Marbury Country Park to Walk for Parkinson’s. It’s time to walk the walk and sign up today!”
Walk for Parkinson’s is sponsored this year by Charco Neurotech. Representatives from the therapeutics company will be present at each walk so all attendees can find out more about its products.
It costs just £12 to sign up to Walk for Parkinson’s (under 18s go free!) and it's suggested you try and raise £50 in sponsorship. All walkers will receive a fundraising pack with tips and advice, sponsorship forms and an exclusive Walk for Parkinson’s t-shirt to wear on the day.
As well as walkers, the charity is on the look-out for volunteers to help on the day. To find out more about Walk for Parkinson’s and to sign up to walk or volunteer visit: parkinsons.org.uk/get-involved/walk-parkinsons or email: [email protected]