West Highland Way Walk
17-22 May 2008

Join us for a fun filled week amongst some of the most beautiful and dramatic scenery in the world and walk the famous West Highland Way, while raising vital funds for Epilepsy Action.

The walk links Milngavie, on the outskirts of Glasgow, to Fort William; a total of 95 miles. The route is one of varied scenery and takes us through highland and lowland, woodland and moorland, mountain and by loch. If you are lucky while walking the Way, you may also see some of the wildlife of the area: The feral goats left behind following the clearances, the magnificent red deer and away over the mountains, are soaring golden eagles. The West Highland Way is an experience not to be missed and it's certainly one you'll never forget!

The route takes six days to complete - the average distance walked per day is 12-14 miles with two longer day of 19 miles and 21 miles. There is no climbing/scrambling but the event is physically demanding, involving approximately eight hours walking per day. However, this is more than made up for by the tremendous views!

• See our 2007 West Highland Way photo gallery

What's included?

• Accommodation
  Accommodation will be in guest houses or hotels of a high standard.

• Food
  Breakfast and packed lunches will be provided each day. Walkers will be responsible for paying for their evening meals.

• Guides
  All of our guides are experienced mountaineers and qualified first raiders.

• Transport
  Participants need to arrange and pay for their own travel to and from Milngavie at the start/end of the walk. We can provide directions if required. Transport will always be on hand during the trip, to convey luggage to each overnight location and as a safety backup. And not forgetting our transport back to Milngavie!

How much?

Participants are asked to pledge to raise £685
sponsorship money in order to cover all costs and ensure Epilepsy Action benefits significantly. Obviously, if you can raise more than the minimum amount it would be greatly appreciated. We ask that £228 of sponsorship money so sent in three weeks before the event and that the remaining £457 sponsorship is sent in 28 days after the event. An additional £50 non-refundable deposit is required with each application.

What next?

Contact our fundraising department for more information about dates and sponsorship costs on 0113 210 8881 or funding@epilepsy.org.uk

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