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Mountbatten Urges Isle Of Wight Community To Get Behind Walk The Wight

Monday, 11 April 2022 12:40

By Amy Shephard X @words_by_amy

Walk the Wight is less than a month away and Mountbatten is urging the Island’s community to get behind its flagship event.

The walk – on Sunday 8 May – is Mountbatten’s largest fundraising event and in the past has raised as much as £300,000.

Sign-ups for this year’s walk have been slower than normal but Mountbatten hopes there will be a late surge.

This year, ‘The Final Stretch’ has been added to the choice of walks, covering the final four miles of the main route, while there is also a fancy-dress competition, with a family ticket to Camp Bestival up for grabs for the winner.

“We cannot stress how important it is people take part in Walk the Wight, this year more than ever,” said Nigel Hartley, Mountbatten CEO.

“We are desperately trying to recover after two very challenging years and we need our community to help us get there.

“Whether it is walking for fun, a challenge, or in memory of a loved one, please come and join us on Sunday 8 May.

“Whether you raise thousands, or simply give us a small donation, it all helps us continue to be there for Islanders when they need us most.”

The Final Stretch, from Freshwater Bay to Alum Bay, is one of five walk options available.

The main route from Bembridge to Alum Bay covers 26.5 miles, though walkers can opt for just the first or second half.

The eight-mile Flat Walk along the cycle path from Sandown to Newport is a gentler option.

For more details about the walks or to sign up, visit www.mountbatten.org.uk/walkthewight2022

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