Andover Trees United has thanked its team of eight walkers and everyone who sponsored them after they completed Walk the Test Way on Sunday 27 September.
Elizabeth Scrace, Wendy Davis, Edward Yates, Matt Thomas, Samantha Jankowski, Daniel Ghita, Audrey Emmett and Michelle Hoskins all stepped out in support of the charity, taking on routes through the Hampshire countryside to raise funds for Andover Trees United.
Organised by the Rotary Club of Romsey Test, Walk the Test Way gives participants a choice of walking distances, from five miles through to the full 25.5-mile route.
Funds raised by the Andover Trees United team will support the charity’s work with local schools, young people, volunteers and families at The Diamond Wood and Harmony Wood, including outdoor learning, woodland care, biodiversity and community activities.
Wendy Davis, founder of Andover Trees United and one of this year’s walkers, said:
“I absolutely loved the experience. Walking through the Test Valley reminded me just how lucky we are to have such beautiful countryside on our doorstep.
“It was a brilliant day, made even better by knowing that every mile was helping support Andover Trees United’s work with young people, schools and nature.
“A huge thank you to everyone who sponsored us, to our fantastic team of walkers, and to Brian Davies and the Rotary Club of Romsey Test for organising such a well-run event.
“I’d definitely encourage people to sign up next year. There’s a choice of routes, the scenery is fantastic and it’s a great way to support a cause you care about while spending a day outdoors.”
Andover Trees United would also like to thank everyone who donated, shared the team’s fundraising efforts or offered encouragement along the way.
Inspired to take part? Andover Trees United hopes to field another team for Walk the Test Way in 2027.