Richard and Shelly

Walk 50 Miles in January 2026

Over half way through...

Well we've had snow and Storm Goretti trying to slow us down but we're over half way through and have reached 30 miles.  20 miles to go for the remaining 2 weeks which I know we can smash.  Thank you to everyone who's sponsored us so far.  You've helped to support families that are facing this awful disease and are super stars for doing so. Thank you 😊. 

Jan 4th

Frosty but gorgeous walk today,  starting from Higher Penrose carpark to the coast path with beautiful views over Helston across to Goonhilly, back through Penrose past The Stables. Two happy and muddy dogs.  
3.5 miles. 

Jan 3rd

Early walk around Helston... avoiding rain but Mabel was prepared in her new coat. 
2 miles.

Jan 2nd

Chasing rainbows with the doggies this morning over to Mexican Towans burning off some Christmas calories.
2.5 miles

Jan 1st

Short walk with doggies today as Richard was booked on to respond to Fire over new year. 1.5 miles local walk. 

We're walking 50 Miles in January for Dementia UK

This January, Richard and I are walking 50 miles to raise money for Dementia UK, a cause that is incredibly close to our hearts.

I cared for my nan after she was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease. She lived with dementia for 12 years before passing away in 2021, and those years showed me just how challenging and heartbreaking this illness can be and how incredibly challenging it is to care for a loved one suffering. More recently, Richard’s dad has received a diagnosis of dementia, bringing this cause even closer to home and presenting new challenges for our family, especially with us living so far away this time. 

Dementia is heartbreaking to live with and to witness—for those diagnosed and for the people who love them. Specialist nurses and support services make a real difference, and Dementia UK provides vital help when families need it most.

If our walks can raise awareness and funds, even in a small way, it will mean a great deal. Thank you for your support 💙

Thank you to our Sponsors

£20

Shelly Crouch

£20

Anonymous

£20

Wendy Wastie

A great cause Shelley. All the best with your walks in January xx

£19

Jo Coode

£19

Chris

To Shelly and Taff well done . A little donation for you as this is such a worthy cause. Cheers Chris

£19

Gill

Good luck

£19

Lisa Richards

£10

Claire Day

£10

Debbie

Great cause to be raising money for, you’ll cakewalk it!

£10

Claire

Good luck to you both. It's close to my heart as my Nan had it too xx

£10

Darren Smith

£10

Sarah B

Thank you both for supporting this cause, you’re both amazing 💛🙏. Good luck

£10

Alison Janson

£10

James Pearson

Good luck with the fundraising.

£5

Sharon Morbey