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More than 300 of all a
To celebrate the 65th anniversary of the
NHS the charity organised a 10k sponsored
walk at Englefield Park near Theale –
home of the Benyon family.
Each ward at the Royal Berks has its own
charity fund used to enhance patient care.
All participants were asked to raise a
minimum of £35 in sponsorship towards
the fund or campaign of their choice in the
trust.
More than 300 people of all ages took part;
from toddlers to grandparents they all
enjoyed the walk around the magnificent
setting at Englefield.
Afterwards there was a chance to relax in
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the Marquee or under the shade of a tree
and enjoy a well earned drink.
The Volunteer Pub from Theale set up a
bar and barbecued a couple of Hogs for the
hungry and thirsty fundraisers.
The charity also set up a stall selling cakes
which went down a treat.
A staggering amount of £18,000 was raised
and the response from all who took part
was ‘when are you doing another one’?
We are pleased to announce that we will
be holding another Walk for Wards
event in 2014 – venue to be confirmed
early in the New Year.