Island Life Magazine Ltd June/July 2016 | Page 46

OUT & ABOUT They walked the Wight The sun shone down on over 7,000 men, women, children, dogs - and even llamas and alpacas! - who took part in the hugely popular Walk the Wight 2016. As well as stretching their legs and enjoying the spectacular scenery en route, the huge band of walkers also raised thousands of pounds for the Earl Mountbatten Hospice. Jackie Whiller, deputy sister at the hospice, said: “The atmosphere has been great and it’s been really lovely to watch everyone cross the finish line at The Needles”. She added the Hospice wished to send a heartfelt thank you to everyone who walked or helped out in any way: “The support has been outstanding.” Pictures by Peter Rivron solentphotography.com 46 www.visitilife.com June/July 2016_MASTER .indd 46 14/06/2016 01:49