Twyford

Place: Assemble at garden marquee in the Duke of Wellington, Twyford.
Time: Start times from 9am
Date: Sunday 17th April 2005
Contact: Hazel Evans on 0118 9016643 or Martin Lister on 0118 9341443
to register for a start time and get sponsorship forms.
Email thephoenixfund@aol.com

The walk
There will be two walks - one of 10 kilometres (approximately 6 miles) and another for the more energetic of 14 kilometres (about 9 miles). The walk is for anyone who is reasonably fit though there will be stiles and muddy paths so it's not suitable for children in buggies. The walk will try to follow, as closely as is possible on public rights of way, the boundary of the parish of Twyford.

Who can go?
Although aimed at local charitable or youth groups, anyone can take part. It is not a competition but a fundraising opportunity. The idea is that everyone who is walking will be issued with a sponsorship form and can raise money for the charity of their choice. There will be a fee for each participant of £5 a head and this will go to the Twyford Scouts and Guides Project Phoenix to raise money for the new headquarters following the fire last November. If participants are also raising money through their sponsors for Project Phoenix then there is no fee.

Safety
You will be walking in groups of a maximum of 8 people which, in the case of those under 14, will need to include 2 adults. Starting times will be staggered to ensure that walkers do not bunch up into large groups. There will be a first aid post at the start and marshals at difficult or dangerous road crossings. At a half way point there will be an opportunity to replenish water bottles, buy emergency food supplies or even get a lift back to the start if it's all getting too much! However, in line with normal good walking practice, each party would be expected to ensure that they have good supplies of water, an emergency first aid kit and enough food for the day. All parties will be given a map as well as written directions.

Equipment
Each participant will be issued with a reminder of what to wear and take on the walk nearer the time. Most of it should be common sense. E.g. in April waterproofs and comfortable walking boots are likely to be needed. Despite the fact that we will never be very far from the village centre, walkers need to be prepared for muddy paths and dress accordingly.

Register now to receive your sponsorship form. You don't need to pay until the day. Start getting your sponsors now!! Pre-registration is needed to get a start time. We obviously cannot let everyone start at the same time, so start times will be staggered, commencing at 9am. If you do decide to turn up on the day you may have to wait for a start time.