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It was shades on, sun cream out and spirits high as supporters joined the Derian House annual Morecambe Bay walk from Arnside to Grange-over-Sands. This marked 30 years of the much-loved fundraiser… and the participants did not disappoint, having raised an incredible £10,651.83 for the hospice!
Dressed in Derian green T-shirts, 91 walkers and 10 dogs set off across the seven-mile stretch on Saturday 25th April. At points, they even waded through knee-height water!
Amongst those taking part was Andy Privett, with his family dog, Ralph the Cockapoo. Andy’s 12-year-old son, Jacob, and his family are supported by Derian House. The Privetts were one of 13 families who were able to visit Walt Disney World Florida last year through the charity, courtesy of a mystery donor.
“I took part in Morecambe Bay Walk for Derian House to help me prepare for a much bigger challenge for Derian House later this year – the 30-mile Sahara Desert Trek. I got to meet some of my fellow desert trekkers, and get to know them before we take on the adventure of a lifetime.
“My son Jacob is an amazing little boy with such strength, resilience and he amazes me every single day. Which is why I’ll be walking across the Sahara Desert to raise as much money as I can for Derian House. But the challenge is also a chance for me to find myself, and take a break from a busy life as a parent of a child who needs complex care every single day.
“I really enjoyed the walk across the Bay for Derian House, it was really easy-paced and sunny too.”
Entry to the Morecambe Bay Walk is always free, and participants are asked to raise a minimum of £50 each in support of Derian House.