Challenge Yourself

This could be your opportunity to visit the place of your dreams for an experience of a lifetime, whilst raising funds for the very special care provided by our nurses. Whether you want to trek across the Sahara or jump from an aeroplane we can provide the opportunity for you. All events involve a non-refundable registration fee and a minimum sponsorship amount.

Tandem Skydive - anytime throughout the year!

Imagine standing at the edge of an open doorway in an aircraft flying at 10,000 feet - the noise of the engines and the wind ringing in your ears with only the outline of distant fields below. Now imagine leaning forward out of that doorway and letting go - falling forward into the clouds, skydiving down through the air as you start freefalling at over 120mph! It could be you!

Non-refundable registration fee: £80

Minimum Sponsorship: £395

Age, Weight and Medical restriction apply

More information can be found at the Do It for Charity* website.

Iceland Trek - 4 to 8 July 2012

With it's striking mix of wild volcanic landscape dotted with streaming lava fields, icecaps, glaciers, waterfalls, bubbling hot springs and geysers, the stunning Icelandic landscape is one you will never forget!

In this 5 day camping adventure you will reach heights of 3,600ft above sea level, wade through ice-cold streams and take in the amazing views of the Markarfljt gorge. Registration for the event is a non-refundable deposit of £199 plus minimum sponsorship of £2,400.

Non-refundable registration fee: £199

Minimum Sponsorship: £2,400

Trip Grade: Moderate

More information can be found at the Do It for Charity* website.

China Trek - 14 to 23 September 2012

Explore different sections of the Great Wall of China in the hills around Beijing. Head deep into the countryside away from the places where tourists normally visit this majestic structure.  Marvel at the panoramic vistas from watch towers en-route.  Witness unrestored sections of the wall which date back to the Ming Dynasty.  Discover a country immersed in history, mythology and ancient traditions.  Afterwards visit the Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square during free time in Beijing.

Non-refundable registration fee: £250

Minimum Sponsorship: £2,700

Trip Grade: Fairly Challenging

More information can be found at the Classic Tours* website.

Jordan Trek - 10 to 14 October 2012

Without a doubt the Jordan Rift Valley with its' dramatically beautiful landscape really is a place to visit. Did you know that at the Dead Sea you will be at 400m below sea level? What an experience!

In this 5 day camping trip you will be experience floating in the Dead Sea, trekking through the Petra mountains to the ancient and spectacular city.

Non-refundable registration fee: £199

Minimum Sponsorship: £2,400

Trip Grade: Moderate

More information can be found at the Do It for Charity* website.

If you want to know more about any of these amazing challenges please contact the fundraising team on 01689 825755 or email

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