Waggy tails galore as sponsored dog walk raises money for Wigan charity
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Bryonie Shaw, chief executive of Age UK Wigan Borough, trustee Bernadette Ashcroft and Kim Beardsmore, publicity and fund-raising manager, walked eight miles from Wigan Pier to Leigh.
They were joined by Kim’s three-year-old cockapoo Luna and Bryonie’s dogs Skip, a four-year-old rescue labradoodle, and Rhin, a 16-month-old poodle.
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Hide AdDespite a rainy start, they enjoyed the walk along the canal and spotted some of the borough’s wildlife, including a mandarin duck.
They raised £300 for Age UK Wigan Borough, which supports older people in a variety of ways and helps them to remain in their own homes.
Kim said: “It was a lovely walk and enjoyable morning. It was great to raise some funds to support people aged 50 and over across Wigan borough.”
They now hope to hold the Paws for Cause dog walk every year to raise more funds.
To get involved, register at at www.ageuk.org.uk/wiganborough/about-us/news/paws-for-the-cause3/