Bluebell Walk celebrates 21st anniversary

The 21st anniversary Bluebell Walk, in aid of the Heart of Kent Hospice, takes place this year on Sunday 4 May. The popular walk attracts more than 1,000 walkers through its picturesque route and still remains the largest fundraising event for the hospice, raising more than £60,000 last year.

For loyal walkers, it’s a chance to once again experience the beauty of the bluebells and the North Downs of Kent, in a spirited walk for a local charity. For new walkers, it’s a chance to see Kent at its finest in spring time and walk paths that are normally closed to the general public.

The walk is 8.5 miles long and starts from Harrietsham community centre, with a halfway stop at the Ringlestone Inn. Walkers will enjoy the picturesque views of the North Downs, parts of the Pilgrim’s Way, while also going through the privately owned bluebell woods, opened especially for the occasion by Torry Hill Estate.

Jane Newman from the hospice has been organising the walk for more than a decade and said: “People may not associate walking with a family day out, but the Bluebell walk provides that perfect opportunity. In this special anniversary year, we are hoping to raise £70,000, which will mean that 21 years of Bluebell Walks will have raised almost £1 million pounds for the hospice.”

Fun activities on the day include a certificate for all dogs on the walk, a treasure hunt and goodie bags for children, and a free Ploughman’s lunch for all walkers at the end, sponsored by the staff from Tesco, Grove Green.

For further information, please contact the hospice on 01622 790195 or email enquiries@hokh.co.uk