In June, the streets of London will see superheroes and megavillains battle it out to raise funds for people living with HIV in severe financial need, as they embark on the twenty fifth annual Walk For Life. HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) invites caped crusaders of all ag
HIV and sexual health charity Terrence Higgins Trust (THT) invites caped crusaders of all ages to join the Heroes, Heroines and Villains themed walk on Sunday, June 8.
The 10km walk will start and end at Bloomsbury Square Gardens, winding its way through the City of London, across Tower Bridge and along the south of the River Thames, before heading north over Waterloo Bridge where walkers will embark on the final stretch back to the finish line.
Participants are encouraged to put their own stamp on this year’s theme, with all manner of dastardly despots, glamorous heroines, and caped canines expected to take to the streets. Walkers could even dress up as their own personal hero or heroine. Plain clothes walkers, who would rather not reveal the secret identity of their heroic or villainous alter ego, are also very welcome.
Registration for the event is £7. To sign up and start fundraising, CLICK HERE:
The money they raise will go directly to Terrence Higgins Trust’s Hardship Fund, a project that offers grants to people with HIV in severe financial need. Anyone who raises more than £100 will also get a free Walk For Life t-shirt.
The walk begins at 11am and takes around two to three hours to complete. At the finish line, participants will be given a medal, which unlocks a range of special offers at bars and pubs in the area.
Sonya Trivedy, Director of Fundraising at Terrence Higgins Trust, said: “This year’s Walk For Life is set to be an epic battle between the good, the bad, and the downright fabulous. So whether you’re into fighting crime, plotting world domination, or simply looking for a great summer day out, this is the event for you. The money raised helps our Hardship Fund provide support for people living with HIV who are in severe financial need. So why not join us for this 25th anniversary special – whatever costume you wear, you’ll be a true hero for someone living with HIV.”
To join the fun, and register as either an individual walker or as part of a team, CLICK HERE:
Or telephone: (020) 7812 1665.
Registration costs £7 per person, which helps Terrence Higgins Trust cover the costs of the event.
Walk For Life was founded in 1989, when HIV charity Crusaid set up the event to raise awareness of HIV. In 2010, Crusaid merged with Terrence Higgins Trust, who have been running Walk for Life since.
