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China
challenge to fight leukemia
LIFE-SAVING leukemia charity The Anthony Nolan Trust is appealing
for members of the public to take part in its newest overseas
fundraising event. In May next year the charity will be taking
up to 100 volunteers on a trek along various sections of the
Great Wall of China. The Trust is appealing for people to register
now in order to give themselves a full year to raise the £3,000
sponsorship required.
The ancient Chinese believed that their ‘Middle Kingdom’
was the centre of the earth, and this trek promises to show
the participants a land of history and scenery unrivalled anywhere.
The wall stretches for over 6,000km and is the only man-made
structure visible from space. The China Trek uses various sections
of the wall, including fully restored tourist sections and sections
in rural areas that have remained unchanged for a thousand years.
Event organiser Steve Joyce said “This will be one of the
most amazing events we have ever organised. It is not a holiday
as each day will involve several miles of walking along the
wall and through the countryside. However, it will be an opportunity
to enjoy the real China and will be an experience people will
never forget.” Time is built into the schedule to explore
the capital city of Beijing. The event, including travel to
and from the UK, will take ten days and the longest day’s
trek should be no more than 15 miles.
Mr Joyce continued “This charity fundraising event will
be one of physical toughness, cultural fascination and historical
intrigue. Participants will remember the trip for the rest of
their lives.” The event will include spectacular scenery
of mountains and valleys through the national parks.
Provided
Virtually
everything needed on the trip is provided, including English
speaking guides, accommodation and meals.
The Anthony Nolan Trust operates a register of volunteers
who are each willing to donate some of their blood stem cells
to save the life of a patient with leukemia or related disease.
For these patients the only chance of life is a stem cell
transplant (previously known as a bone marrow transplant).
The charity is keen to emphasise the fundraising aspect of
the event. The money raised will go towards the vital work
of the Trust. Every £50 raised will add a new volunteer
to the national register. Every volunteer is a potential life-saver.
Anyone who would like further information on the Great Wall
of China Challenge should phone 01423 879510 or email their
name and address to events@anthonynolan.com
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