‘Make World Aid Walk entry a tradition for local families’

Registration opened recently for this year’s event, which will be taking place on Bank Holiday Monday 1 May in both Guernsey and Herm.

‘The World Aid Walk is a much-loved event, and it’s always wonderful to see how much islanders care about the world’s poorest communities,’ said the event's chairwoman Kayleigh De Jersey.

‘The funds raised will go a long way toward helping families and communities to rise out of poverty.’

Covering mainly coastal paths, the 20km Guernsey walk will begin at 10am, starting and finishing at Rovers AC at Port Soif.

There is also a half-distance route, which will begin at Pembroke at noon.

The Herm route is 8.5km, starting at the harbour at 10am and finishing at the Mermaid Tavern.

Places at Herm have increased by 50 to allow 200 participants, but early registration is still encouraged as places are expected to fill up quickly.

World Aid Walk committee member Louise Smith said the walk was a great family day out.

‘It’s a chance to get some exercise, enjoy the beautiful Guernsey coastline, and help five wonderful charities who are helping people out of poverty.’

Registration fees for the walks are £10 for adults, or £15 late entry on the day, and £5 for under-19s, or £8 on the day.

The walk has taken place annually in Guernsey since 1970, raising more than half a million pounds for charities which aim to reduce global poverty.

The proceeds will benefit ActionAid, Christian Aid, the Eleanor Foundation, This is Epic and the Tumaini Fund.

The Overseas Aid & Development Commission matches the funds raised by participants.

n To register and for more information visit www.worldaidwalk.org.gg.