Mel & Brian Trek to Petra

Team fundraiser2 membersSt Catherine’s Hospice (Crawley)
£2,706
raised of £3,000 target
Our St Catherine's Hospice heroes will take on a once in a lifetime challenge and trek over 40 miles to reach Petra, one of the seven new Wonders of The World.

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Mel and Brian have decided to take on a challenge and take part in St Catherine's Hospice Trek to Petra 2024.

We have many connections to the hospice and it's supported both our friends and family, so we really wanted to do something to give back.

Some of you will know Mel also works at the Hospice and seeing all the incredible work they do and knowing just how important fundraising is, we knew we wanted to do something to support them.

This remote trek follows an ancient Bedouin migration route all the way to Petra, with an 8 night trip. Ending at the incredible Petra, it will certainly be a challenge but we are ready to take it on for an amazing charity.

Any donation is welcome and no contribution is too small, a huge thank you for any donations in advance.

We will be paying our trip costs ourselves so every penny will go to St Catherine's.

St Catherine's Hospice cares for local people at the end of their lives in Surrey and Sussex, and supports those closest to them. Every step taken by our hospice heroes on their journey to Petra will help the hospice be there for local people and those close to them when life comes full circle.

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About the campaign

Our St Catherine's Hospice heroes will take on a once in a lifetime challenge and trek over 40 miles to reach Petra, one of the seven new Wonders of The World.

About the charity

We’re there for people in Sussex and East Surrey, with expert hospice care, when and where they need us most. Our care is only possible thanks to the generosity of our local community who donate to and volunteer with us. Community support means we’re there when life comes full circle.

Donation summary

Total raised
£2,705.72
+ £471.50 Gift Aid
Online donations
£2,121.00

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