Information...
You will be walking to raise funds, by your own choice, either for Christian Aid or for CAFOD. The money raised for both charities will be used to provide emergency relief, for long-term development to lift communities out of poverty, or for campaigning on issues such as trade and debt.
In 2005 the Sheffield May Day Trek, and the associated Sheffield Night Hike, together raised over £18,000 for these purposes. The need for these funds is as great as ever and will help people in the Third World stand on their own feet.
Registration...
All walkers must be registered. Walkers under 18 must have their parent's or guardian's consent to take part. Anyone under 14 must be in the care of an adult.
Your sponsor sheet...
Please try to get as many sponsors as possible. If you need another sheet call the contact numbers on your existing sponsor sheet. Your sponsors can either sponsor you for an amount per mile walked, or by a lump sum. Before you check-in on the day, add up your sponsorship money as indicated on the sheet.
What to wear...
Comfortable boots or walking shoes, as it can be muddy. Bring waterproofs and warm clothing. Be prepared for the weather, which can change during the walk.
What to bring...
- This leaflet (or this print out from the website)
- Your sponsor sheet
- Spare clothing
- Food to eat & drink
- Waterproofs
Refreshments...
Refreshments, including hot and cold drinks will be available at St. Luke's Church Centre. Cold drinks will also be available at the check points.
Toilets...
Toilet facilities will be available at St. Luke's Church Centre and the Redmires check point.
First Aid...
Members of St. John's Ambulance will be in attendance.
Organisation...
Radio cover facilitates the organisation of appropriate assistance for any emergency arising en route.
Start...
Check in at St. Luke's Church, Lodge Moor, Sheffield from 9:30a.m., to start 10:00a.m.
The church is at the junction of Blackbrook Road and Blackbrook Drive. Car parking is available near the church. If you do park, please be careful not to obstruct local residents.
Route...
Starts and finishes as St. Luke's Church, Lodge Moor, Sheffield.
The 5-mile walk goes to Rivelin Dams, Wyming Brook and back to Lodge Moor.
The 10-mile walk extends the 5-mile walk to include the Redmires Reservoirs.
The 15-mile walk leaves the 10-mile walk route at Redmires Reservoirs and returns to Lodge Moor via Stanage Edge and Houndkirk Moor.
After the Trek...
Collect your sponsor sheet when you check-in at the end. When you have collected your sponsor money, please send a cheque or postal order as instructed on the sponsor form. Please also include your sponsor form to assist in collecting gift aid.
[And please do encourage your sponsors to fill in full details and to tick the GIFT AID box.]
Conditions of entry...
The organisers of the Sheffield May Day Trek reserve the right to cancel the walk because of inclement weather or for other reasons.
While they take all reasonable precautions for the safety and welfare of participants, including insurance cover, they accept as walkers only those who agree to come in their private capacity and entirely at their own risk and who comply with the following conditions:
- Obey the marshalls in all matters
- Keep the Highway and Country Codes
- Leave no litter
- Do not collect any money during the Trek
- Keep any dog in their charge under control and on a lead at all times
- Accept lifts only from official transport bearing the special sign displayed at the starting point