When Tony from Gloucestershire was thinking about a charity to support, the Great Western Air Ambulance Charity (GWAAC) immediately sprung to mind. Tony’s daughter had been involved in a serious road accident in 2023 and air ambulance support was crucial to her survival. GWAAC, like all air ambulance services, relies totally on charitable donations to operate.
So, how to raise money?
Tony is a keen walker so a physical challenge seemed obvious. He decided to walk the Cotswold Way which runs for 102 miles from Chipping Campden to Bath. The weather was very kind and the trek was completed in 10 days. Sometimes Tony stayed overnight in local pubs or B&Bs or
went home for the night.
Tony met fellow-walkers from many different countries along the way and was never lonely. They all enjoyed the beautiful views over the Severn Vale along the route – another spectacular view round ever corner or at the top of every hill.
In truth, the major climbs were not so enjoyable but the reward of views from the top made it all worthwhile. Tony finished his walk, as is traditional, in front of the magnificent West frontage of Bath Abbey.
So far, Tony has raised over £1,000 from the GWAAC. You too can support the GWAAC by donating through their webpage at https://greatwesternairambulance.com/
