Three Reservoir Ramble reaches new heights
Added 23rd September 2024
On the 14th September, the pathways of Rochdale became a sea of green as over 560 supporters of Springhill Hospice came together to walk the Three Reservoir Ramble and amasses an astounding fundraising total of over £39,000!
The start and finish lines were at the ever-supportive Oxford pub who had gone all out to lay on food, drinks and entertainment for the ramblers, perfectly book-ending the 12k walk around Hamer Pasture, Brown House Wham and Watergrove Reservoirs.
Community Engagement Office for Springhill, Jo Ali said:
“Last year was our first ramble and people really did love it, so we were hoping to have a good turn out again but we were blown away by the numbers this year. Seeing 560 Springhill shirts all walking together and hearing 560 voices all laughing, chatting and reminiscing about the loved ones they were walking in memory of was truly humbling. With over £37,000 raised and money still coming in, this has been the most successful event of its kind for us and that’s all thanks to our amazing supporters.”
The total was even more impressive thanks to sponsorship of the t-shirts from Rochdale Training, donations of refreshments from local supermarkets and vendors and even a free warm up session from local Zumba instructor, Caroline Longden. With several photographers giving their time and skills for free on the day too, this really was a coming together of the local community for a great cause.
Tom McNeeney from the Oxford pub said:
“What everyone did as a community for the Hospice with the Ramble is incredible & we are honoured to have played our small part in such a truly unbelievable day. We’ve all shown the world what this town really is & where its heart belongs, and that we are formidable in our compassion & staggering in our generosity. This is a community of kindness & of love.”
The money raised on the day will fund just short of 5 days of Springhill Hospice providing free palliative care to those in our community in need, and whilst that is invaluable, the spirit and good will on the day from everyone involved is priceless.
