On Saturday 19 September, a dedicated team of charity fundraisers from merseyflow successfully completed a challenging 12-mile, 3000ft trek around Edale and Mam Tor, raising £2,500 for Halton Haven Hospice.
The long-distance route began in the village of Edale and followed part of the Pennine Way, taking in the gritstone slopes of Kinder Scout, Brown Knoll, Rushup Edge and the Great Ridge. The team also tackled the climb to Mam Tor, whose summit is home to one of Derbyshire’s largest hillforts.
The funds raised will support Halton Haven Hospice, which provides free specialist care for people in Halton and the surrounding areas who are facing end-of-life or life-limiting conditions, as well as support for their families.
Thanks to the generosity of colleagues, customers and the wider community, the merseyflow team raised a total of £2,500, including a generous contribution of £2,000 from merseyflow.
Helen Williams, Marketing Manager at merseyflow, who was part of the team taking on the challenge, said: “We’re incredibly proud of everyone who took part in this demanding hike, the team’s determination, combined with the generosity of our colleagues, customers and the wider community, has helped us raise a fantastic amount for Halton Haven. We would like to thank everyone who supported us and donated to this amazing cause.”
Halton Haven Hospice needs to raise more than £2.6 million each year to cover its operating costs, with only around half of this amount funded by statutory sources. Rising living costs continue to place further pressure on its resources, making donations essential to help the hospice continue providing vital care.
Tina Robinson, Fundraising Manager at Halton Haven Hospice, said: “We are so grateful to the merseyflow team for their incredible effort and generosity. Taking on this challenge in support of the hospice shows true dedication, and the funds they have raised will make a real difference to the patients and families we care for.”
