giving. Brian Panton, Chairman of the South West Coast Path Association explains about an extra incentive for walkers to raise as much as possible: “We are offering walkers the
Saunton Sands - Photographer Patricia Malek, Barnstaple
Teams, along with local walking groups & numerous tourism businesses. The event next April/May aims to encourage at least 30 walkers each day across a series of sponsored walks which have been broken down into 56 legs and will be done in relay to cover the entire 630 mile path around Dorset, Devon and Cornwall (as well as the entire Exmoor coast through Somerset). Meeting with a birthday party at Land’s End on 7th May 2013, the South coast series starts at Poole on 3rd April, with the North coast series starting at Minehead on 16th April. Each leg will be guided by local experts, rangers and path wardens, who are all assisting the SWCPA with this event. Walkers will be asked to raise £50 of sponsorship each, so that further funding can be levered from relevant organisations via matched
opportunity to specify which project their sponsorship supports, providing there is enough funding for that project to take place (otherwise it will be used for the project most in need). More information about each leg of the walk and the
Woody Bay - Photographer Simon Hubbard, Exeter
spectacular coast line.” Through individual
South of Crackington Haven - Photographer Colin Milner
corresponding improvement project is on our website. We want to encourage as many people as possible to take part for a half day or full day walk, through to a number of legs over several days, building a walking holiday. Whether people are walking long or short distances, coming from near or far, we hope that thousands of people will take part to support this
sponsorship, grants, corporate sponsorship and matched giving, the target is to raise £250,000. This will enable over 40 improvement projects spread along the route of the entire path to be completed during 2013. These projects have all been selected to enhance the experience and enjoyment of walkers using the path.
From locals to visitors, dog
walkers to family outings, hill climbers to gentle strollers – the South West Coast Path is enjoyed by many. It is used for recreation and business, is vital for the economy, whilst providing a tool for a range of charities to raise funds. It is a unique part of our heritage and it needs help. So please get involved with the Great South West Walk and help put some love back into the Coast Path!
Watermouth - Photographer Bryan Cath
For more information, or to sign up to take part, please visit
www.GreatSouthWestWalk.co.uk or follow the event on Twitter @LoveSWCoastPath
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