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Your chance to realise that life-long ambition to walk on fire barefoot

St Elizabeth Hospice is calling on brave soles in Ipswich to participate in a fundraising firewall at Ipswich Rugby Club this October.

Why it matters: The event aims to raise money for St Elizabeth Hospice, which provides free services to people living with progressive or life-limiting illnesses across Ipswich, East Suffolk, Great Yarmouth and Waveney.

A man walking on hot embers
Robert FoyersSt Elizabeth Hospice
Brave soles will cross hot embers for the hospice

The big picture: After an hour of training, participants will walk barefoot across a 5m path of red-hot embers.

  • The firewalk will take place on Friday, 18 October, at Ipswich Rugby Club.

  • Two sessions are available: 15:30 to 18:00 and 19:00 to 21:30.

  • The challenge is described as similar to walking on hot sand.

What they're saying: "Firewalk is back again this year, offering the perfect fundraising challenge to warm up ahead of autumn while supporting St Elizabeth Hospice," said James Fox-Golding, Events and Challenges Manager at the hospice.

"If you're up for a fundraising challenge with a fiery twist, this event is for you. Every penny raised will make a real difference to our patients and their families, helping the hospice expand its services and support even more people across the region who need our vital care."

Key details:

  • It's £25 to register (non-refundable)

  • You must raise a minimum of £100 per participant

  • Participants receive a t-shirt, medal, and a burger or hot dog

  • BBQ food and drinks will be available for purchase

  • Free entry for spectators

  • Free car park with accessible spaces available

A woman walking across embers
Robert FoyersSt Elizabeth Hospice
A previous hospice firewalk

How to participate: Register at www.stelizabethhospice.org.uk/event/firewalk-ipswich/

The bottom line: This unique fundraising event offers locals a chance to challenge themselves while supporting a vital community service.

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