Twilight Walk
Location: Barnsley
Date: Saturday 8 September 2012
Location: The Twilight Walk will be starting from the Holiday Inn Barnsley, stopping at Stairfoot MacDonald's for a rest.
When? Registration will be from 11pm on Saturday 8 September for a midnight start
How long is the walk? 10 miles, this should take around 4 hours.
Is there anything else I need to know?
Once you have registered we will post a final details letter the week before the event. In the meantime we hope the information below will answer any questions you have - if not please contact me using the details below.
What happens when I arrive? You will be asked to sign in at the registration desks at the Holiday Inn Barnsley and you will be provided with a unique number plate to wear all night. You will also receive a bottle of water and a banana to keep you going on the road ahead. After a full warm up you will be ready and raring to go.
Do I bring my sponsorship money with me on the night? No. We will send you a pledge card closer to the time, which we will ask you to record the total amount on your sponsorship form. We will add up all the pledges on the night and keep a running total of how much has been pledged. After the walk, we ask you to gather your sponsorship money and send it into us as soon as possible after the walk.
Can a friend who hasn't registered walk with me? We politely ask that those who wish to walk with you who haven't registered do not join in. This is for everyone else's benefit and with health and safety in mind - unregistered walkers will not be monitored, haven't been briefed or done the warm up and could be more susceptible to accident or injury. We are always looking for volunteers so if the walk is full but someone wants to get involved let us know!
Can we drink alcohol on the route? No, it is far too dangerous! Accidents can easily happen when drunk so we ask all to steer clear of alcohol before and during the event- this is more for everyone's benefit! You will enjoy the ten miles more when sober and safe!
Will it be safe? Your safety is of the upmost importance to us. We have a Health and Safety team who come together and are trained in first aid: Barnsley Council and the police all working together both in the lead in to the event and on the night to ensure the safety of our walkers and volunteers.
How long will it take? The walk will take approximately four hours for a fit walker. We anticipate that the slower walkers will complete in five hours but there is no rush and we encourage walkers to go at their own pace.
What should I bring with me? We will write to all walkers with full details of what to bring on the night. The most important thing to remember is a drink, a torch, mobile phone and waterproofs. Be sure to wear comfy clothes and trainers with good socks.
Will there be toilets? There will be toilet stops along the route as well as rest stops.
Do I need to be fit and can we stop for a rest? No, you can take it at your own pace, but we do recommend that you should train before taking part in the walk. There will be rest stops throughout the walk.
What happens if I hurt myself? Our fantastic first aid providers will be present throughout the night both at the rest stops. If anyone is injured or unwell please tell your nearest marshal.
Can I bring my dog? No dogs are permitted on the walk.
I plan to walk this on my own, is that OK? Yes, of course. We will have a point at the start at which you can meet up with other walkers if you like. We do strongly recommend you stick close to a group of walkers for your own personal safety.
Is the route suitable for wheelchairs? The route is unsuitable for wheelchairs.
How long is the route? The route is 10 miles. There will be rest points and loos along the way. There is the choice to opt out at the half way stage if you have had enough, where you will be bussed back to the Holiday Inn, at which point you must get checked in otherwise we won't know where you are!
What happens if the weather is awful? The Twilight Walk will go ahead come rain or shine! Cover up in waterproofs but don't bring an umbrella, as this can prove hazardous whilst walking closely to people.
What happens if there is a severe weather warning? The first priority for us is the safety of our walkers and volunteers, if the weather looks like it may be dangerous in anyway the Health and Safety team will meet and discuss the options. Please call me on 0762 365 337 if you have concerns.
How much sponsorship do I have to raise? We do not ask for a minimum amount of sponsorship, we want you to raise as much as possible!
How do I raise sponsorship money? You will receive a full fundraising pack when we have received your entry form, this could take up to 4 weeks after registering to get to you. This will include your sponsorship forms and heaps of tips and ideas of how to get started. You can even raise sponsorship online at Virgin Money Giving.
Walk Entry: Entry is £10 per adult (those aged 16 and above on day of walk). There are a number of ways to enter:-
1) Online - simply click on the button below (you will only be able to enter and pay for one person at a time).
2) Call & pay by credit card - please call the Events Team on 0300 373 1100 and we will process your entry over the phone.
Every effort will be made to ensure that the walk is safe and enjoyable; however, anyone taking part in this walk does so at their own risk.
If you are able to advertise the walk by placing posters in your community eg. work and school notice boards, local shops, clubs and pubs etc, or passing on entry forms to family, friends and colleagues, I would be very grateful. To help, or if you have any questions, please contact me on the details below.
Christin Gabbitas
Fundraising Manager - Yorkshire, South, East & West
0300 373 1024 - 07762 365337
