Brave ‘soles’ challenged to take on Fundraising Firewalk
Independent Suffolk charity St Elizabeth Hospice is calling on all brave ‘soles’ to take part in its autumn Firewalk 2024.
Taking place on Friday 18th October the event will see fearless fire walkers cross barefoot over a 5 metre path of red-hot embers in aid of the hospice, which provides free services to improve life for people living with a progressive or life-limiting illness across East Suffolk, Great Yarmouth and Waveney.
Taking place at Ipswich Rugby Club, participants will undergo one hour of training before embarking on their fiery challenge which is described as similar to walking on hot sand.
James Fox-Golding, Events and Challenges Manager at the hospice, said: “Firewalk is back again this year, offering the perfect fundraising challenge to warm up ahead of autumn while supporting St Elizabeth Hospice
“If you’re up for a fundraising challenge with a fiery twist, this event is for you. Every penny raised will make a real difference to our patients and their families, helping the hospice expand its services and support even more people across the region who need our vital care.”
Sponsored by drax, there will be two Firewalk sessions held on 18th October, between 3.30pm to 6pm and 7pm to 9.30pm. Ipswich Rugby Club will be selling a range of BBQ food, with vegetarian options available, and drink at the event for participants, friends and family to enjoy, with spectators having free entry.
Each fearless fire walker will need to pay a non-refundable registration fee of £25 and pledge to raise a minimum of £100, with support available from the hospice fundraising team. They will also receive a t-shirt and medal for completing the challenge, as well as a burger or hotdog during their session.
There is a free car park at the venue with accessible spaces. The venue is all on one level.
To register for St Elizabeth Hospice’s Firewalk visit www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk/event/firewalk-ipswich/.