Cumbria’s high sheriff will embark on a walking challenge to raise money for his charity fund.

Chris Holmes said he I inviting people to join him on the cross-bay walk of Morecambe Bay on June 29, led by Michael Wilson, the king’s guide to the sands, who will help walkers navigate the ever-changing flats and channels. 

Everyone signing up for the walk will be helping to raise money for the High Sheriff's Fund, which supports community groups and organisations throughout Cumbria.

 

Mr Holmes said: “I know the Morecambe Bay Cross Bay Walk is on many people’s bucket lists so I hope a lot will sign up to join me on the day.

“It’s a challenge that can only safely be tackled under expert guidance, so I am delighted to have the King's Guide to the Sands, Michael Wilson, to lead our walk.”

The High Sheriff’s Fund is administered by Cumbria Community Foundation, with aims including tackling youth crime, supporting vulnerable older people, improving the health and wellbeing of Cumbrian communities, and supporting other charitable groups selected by the High Sheriff.

At the end of their year in office in March, the High Sheriff chooses projects and groups to receive a grant.

This year, 22 grants totalling £16,400 were awarded by the outgoing High Sheriff Samantha Scott, and three organisations also received the prestigious High Sheriff’s Shield – Eden Rivers Trust, Wigton Theatre Club and 1st Wetheral Brownies.

All ticket proceeds from the cross-bay walk will go to the High Sheriff’s Fund and walkers can collect sponsorship to further boost the total raised.

Places on the walk, which goes from Arnside to Grange-over-Sands, can be booked online at https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/HighSheriffBayWalk for 15 for adults, £7.50 for children and £2 for dogs.