The Ceredigion branch of the Farmers’ Union of Wales is calling on all the walkers, strutters and striders, leaders and laggers and even the feet draggers to join them for a charity walk in aid of British Heart Foundation (BHF) Cymru on Saturday November 14.
Speaking ahead of the event FUW Ceredigion county executive officer Mared Rand Jones said: “We are very excited to kick-start our fundraising efforts in walking all over heart disease by tackling the ‘Ladies Walk’ in the Hafod Estate, about 12 miles outside of Aberystwyth.”
Participants will be walking the 3.6km course in a bid to raise £500 to fund essential research into heart disease. The event will start at 2pm from the car park on the B4574 between Pontrhydygroes and Cwmystwyth.
“Heart disease is the UK’s single biggest killer, claiming around 73,000 lives a year – that’s an average of 200 lives every day. I’m glad that this walk will help support research projects into heart disease around the UK. Nearly all of us have been affected by this disease in some way or another. Millions of adults and children which could be one of our friends or a family member might need help from BHF. I am very excited to kick start the FUW’s fundraising initiatives with what promises to be a really successful and fun event,” she added.
Tristam Jones, head of events at the BHF said: “ I would like to thank the FUW Ceredigion branch for organising the event. Without our supporters we cannot continue to fund life-saving research into heart disease and provide those affected with the care and support they need.”
Following the previous format the FUW is asking all who participate to donate a minimum of £5 -£10 per person to the charity.
Tea, coffee and cake will be served following the walk at Ysgoldy Goch, Cwmystwyth. Walkers are welcome to bring their dogs, as long as they are kept on a lead. Unfortunately this walk is not suitable for pushchairs. Strong footwear is recommended.
Those wishing to join the walk are being asked to express their interest by calling the FUW head office on 01970 820820.