The Barkers team will take on ‘The Staffordshire Stride’, a walking challenge to raise vital funds to support three North Staffordshire charities; Helping Angels Charitable Association, North Staffs Mind and UHNM Neonatal unit, Stoke on Trent.

The 12K circular route will start in Stone, loop through Barlaston and back to Stone.

The Barkers team will be joined by students from Abbey Hill School and College, and the members from Helping Angels Charitable Association, who will also be taking on the challenge! The route has been designed to be more inclusive and accessible, and is suitable for people with disabilities and limited mobility. Participants also have the option to join the walk at a later stage in the route, with a reduced walking distance to enable more people to take part.

All funds raised will be split equally between three Staffordshire charities, who are doing amazing work to support our local communities.

About the Charities

Helping Angels Charitable Association is a small, local charity based in Stoke on Trent. The charity supports vulnerable and disabled, adults and children to reach their full potential. They provide inclusive day opportunities and community social groups, free school holiday activities and community events for families, inclusive work placements, and SEND sessions for children and young people. Charity Registration No: 1183838

North Staffs Mind is a leading, independent mental health charity providing services in and beyond North Staffordshire for over 40 years, they deliver a range of trusted, specialist support to over 8,000 people every year. They believe that no one should face a mental health issue alone. Charity Registration No: 700788

UHNM Charity- Neonatal Unit. UHNM Charity is a registered charity which provides millions of pounds in additional funding for University Hospitals of North Midlands NHS Trust. This funding enables the trust to purchase state-of-the-art medical equipment and to enhance patient experience and comfort. The funds raised will support the Neonatal Unit at Royal Stoke Hospital. Charity Registration No: 1054889

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