The annual ‘Donard Dander’ will take place on Sunday 31 July on Sliabh Donard mountain, Newcastle with all money raised going towards helping local cancer patients and their families.
Michael King, event organiser, said: “This is a great event for any keen walkers out there to see one of the most beautiful landscapes in Northern Ireland and all for a great cause”.
“Over the past decade the Trassey Trekkers have managed to raise over £113,000 for Cancer Focus NI with the help of the generosity of the public, friends and family.”
“We would love to invite walkers, trekkers and runners from all over to come along and take part in the Donard Dander; you can register on the day or online by visiting cancerfocusni.org.”
This year the Donard Dander begins at 9:30am with registration open from 9.00am. The registration fee is £10 and anyone who would like a sponsor form is asked to contact Cancer Focus NI.
Cancer Focus NI is a local charity committed to tackling cancer by supporting cancer research, providing services for cancer patients and their families and by advising people how to reduce their risk of the disease.
Eoin Treanor, Community Fundraiser with Cancer Focus Northern Ireland explained, “Our work in the community includes cancer support groups, a free helpline on 0800 783 3339, a bra-fitting service for women with breast cancer, art therapy, creative writing and other therapeutic and complementary services.
“We also have Keeping Well vans that bring health checks to local communities and we bring cancer prevention services to workplaces, schools, sports and social venues.
“All Cancer Focus NI services are provided free of charge for cancer patients and their families so we rely on great people like Michael King and the rest of the Trassey Trekkers to help us raise the necessary funds to continue our valuable work. So please do consider taking part in the Trassey Trekker’s Donard Dander- your support really will make a difference.”
To find out more information about this exciting challenge please call Eoin on 028 9068 0758 or email eointreanor@cancerfocusni.org or to register online please visit:
