PEOPLE are urged to get behind Michael Sobell Hospice Charity’s sponsored walk on Sunday, October 7, 9.30am, in the run-up to National Hospice Care Week.

The aim is to raise funds to support the day hospice service.

The seven-mile walking challenge through Buckinghamshire and alongside the Grand Union Canal is open to everyone, no matter your age, level of fitness or ability.

Participants will set off at 9.30am from the hospice grounds to make their way across Northwood, Moor Park, Rickmansworth and Harefield, returning to base for a cuppa and souvenir certificate.

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The charity wants to retain in-patient and day care services in a rebuilt, renovated or relocated Michael Sobell Hospice in the north of Hillingdon.” 

Book your place(s) at www.michaelsobellhospice.co.uk or call 020 3826 2367. Entry is £10 per adult and £5 per child under 16 (on the day, sign-up is £15 per adult, £5 per child).

Online entry is now open via the website or you can pick up a registration form in any of the charity’s shops in Northwood, Ruislip and Eastcote.