2021 Campaign
What are we planning?
Our campaign which will ultimately end in the week long epic sponsored walk from Sunday 26th September to the Saturday 2nd October 2021 will be supported by our fund-raising team throughout the year.
Throughout 2021, we will be holding various fundraising events locally and endeavour to engage an interactive nationwide audience using the powers of social media platforms.
Some examples of fundraising events in support of our charities. (Covid controls allowing)
- Sponsored small to medium scale events,
- Walks, cycle rides & football tournaments
- Pub raffles and fundraising themed days, gig nights, gentlemen’s nights, ladies’ nights.
- Host a sponsored garden party (themed online & interactive)
- Face painting children’s days
- Sports clubs fundraising days
- Online merchandise shop
- Evening events
- High street shop collection points and support
- Office days
- And many more exciting and engaging events
With the support of the local community & help from business’s we believe we’ll exceed the previous target,
Please join us to make a difference, Business and corporate Sponsorship packages are available to ensure our donors have maximum exposure on our website and social media platforms.
Our Charities for 2020 – 2021
CALM, campaign against living miserably.
The Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) is leading a movement against suicide. Every week 125 people in the UK take their own lives. And 75% of all UK suicides are male. helping parents, siblings, partners, friends and colleagues. They spread the message and facilitate, universities, pubs, clubs and prisons across the country – so that people feel empowered to share their experiences and get the help they need before they reach the point of crisis.
CALM provide an incredibly important service which we feel passionately about supporting.
The Not Forgotten Association (NFA)
Delivering high quality and safe recreational and entertainment activities to meet the needs of their beneficiaries, providing a caring and personal service which is fully linked in with other recovery pathways and which is underpinned by an ethos where everyone counts and is valued.
Having seen the positive impact of our support we have once again chosen to proudly support the NFA,
We have a dedicated online giving page where 100% of the donations go directly to our charities.
Donate today using the button below.
The 2021 Shotton Walkers Campaign
Thank you is not enough to express our appreciation right now. After totalling up online and offline donations, we have raised £15,000 to be donated to our two incredible charities – CALM and NFA.
All of this was made possible thanks to your continued support and generosity, absolutely amazing 
We could not be prouder of the Shotton Walkers team 
Follow the lads on the Facebook page for latest news and events. Don’t forget to donate as well. That’s the whole aim of the walk.
We thank all our sponsors and all who have donated thus far. And of course, all those who have helped in other ways, no matter how small. Every action is greatly appreciated.
Check out our walk, our route, the memories we made and most important of all… Gavin’s tractor photos 🙂
Grand Raffle Prize Draw
Shotton Walkers grand raffle price draw ONLINE SALES (include details of the raffle, e.g 2 x tickets and access etc and a graphic) To purchase the raffle tickets online Please Whatsapp message Dean on 07900 730 774. Message “your name and football” We’ll send you your...
Day 1: Shotton to Stockton-on-Tees
Day 1 Shotton Colliery to Premier Inn, Stockton-on-Tees Total 17.2 MilesSunday 26/09/21 Max time 5hrs 37mins (with stops estimated 6hrs) Stop 1 - 1 h 53 min (5.7 mi) Stop 2 - 1 h 53 min (5.8 mi) Stop 3 - 1 h 52 min (5.6 mi) to Hotel estimated time of arrival 6pm...
Day 2: Stockton on Tees to North Allerton
Day 2 Stockton-on-Tees to The Reubens Leeming Bar North Allerton Total 24.6 MilesMonday 27/09/21 Max time 8hrs 4mins(with stops estimated 9hrs) Stop 1 - 1 h 19 min (3.9 mi) Stop 2 - 1 h 24 min (4.2 mi) Stop 3 - 1 h 19 min (4.0 mi) Lunch break Stop 4 - 1 h 7 min (3.5...
Day 3: North Allerton to Harrogate
Day 3 North Allerton to Premier Inn Harrogate Total 24.5 MilesTuesday 28/09/21 Max time 8hrs 7mins(with stops estimated 9hrs) Stop 1 - 1 h 15 min (3.8 mi) Stop 2 - 1 h 47 min (5.5 mi) Stop 3 - 1 h 30 min (4.5 mi) Lunch break Stop 4 - 1 h 39 min (4.9 mi) Stop 5 - 1 h...
Day 4: Harrogate to Halifax
Day 4 Premier inn Harrogate to Premier in Halifax Total 26.4 MilesWednesday 29/09/21 Max time 9hrs(with stops estimated 10hrs) Stop 1 – 1 h 50 min (5.5 mi) Stop 2 – 3 h 7 min (9.3 mi) Stop 3 – 1 h 20 min (3.8 mi) Stop 4 – 1 h 10 min (3.1 mi) Stop 5 – 1 h 33 min (4.8...
Day 5: Halifax to Bolton
Day 5 Halifax to Bolton Travel lodge Total 27.6 MilesThursday 30/09/21 Max time 9hrs 22mins(with stops estimated 10.5hrs) Stop 1 – 1 h 25 min (4.1 mi) Stop 2 – 1 h 5 min (2.8 mi) Stop 3 – 1 h 30 min (4.5 mi) Stop 4 – 1 h 17 min (4.0 mi) Stop 5 – 1 h 22 min (4.1 mi)...
Day 6: Bolton to Liverpool
Day 6 Bolton to Premier Inn Liverpool Moorfield via Football Stadiums Total 29.7 MilesFriday 01/10/21 Max time 9hrs 56mins(with stops estimated 10hrs 54mins) Stop 1 – 1 h 41 min (5.0 mi) Stop 2 – 1 h 25 min (4.4 mi) Stop 3 – 1 h 42 min (5.1 mi) Stop 4 – 1 h 29 min...
Day 7: Liverpool to Shotton
Day 7 Liverpool to Shotton Deeside Total 17.4 MilesSaturday 02/10/21 Max time 5hrs 36mins(with stops estimated 6hrs 05mins) Stop 1 – 21 min (1.5 mi) Stop 2 – 1 h 6 min (3.2 mi) Stop 3 – 1 h 6 min (3.3 mi) Stop 4 – 1 h 28 min (4.5 mi) Stop 5 – 1 h 31 min (4.7 mi) Stop...
2021 Gallery
This years walk started at Shotton Colliery and ended at Shotton Deeside. From Shotton to Shotton, the total miles walked was 171 and it took 7 days to complete.
This was a very hard walk given the crossing of the Pennines and the mostly attrocious weather all week. The walkers had to endure strong wind and heavy rain, but they pushed through, they persevered and they got there.
This page highlights many of the challenges along the way, including a broken down support van on day 2.
Getting Ready for the Walk
So this morning we went to collect the minibus which will be our transport up to Shotton Colliery and to carry all supplies and luggage for the week. A big thank you to Proximo who have kindly donated the use of this for the duration of the event.
We would also like to say a big thank you to the guys at the The Big Food Company we went in for a few bits and came out with a trolley overloaded with free stuff.
What great day to start the weekend.
Thankyou to Ben at TN bargain Wholesale Shotton for donating supplies for the teams walk next week.
Thankyou T&H Price Butchers, Shotton. Probably the best butchers in the known universe. The guys are gonna love this lot.
Thankyou Indulge Galore for your sweet and brownie box for the lads walk.
Day 1
Here we go! Wish us luck!!
And the walk begins… Today the lads are repping their NFA t-shirts, one of our incredible charities.
We are so grateful for all the support so far on just day 1. This gentleman in the wheelchair is an ex-veteran of 25 years, he served in the royal electrical mechanical engineers.
Day 2
And day 2 begins!
Not a great start to the day with the support van breaking down. It took several hours to get a replacement in which time Dean discovered a new hobby… flower arranging.
But the rest of the lads kept on going and Gav got to see a few tractors too…
Day 3
Day 3 and the boys are pushing it.
A wet and windy day which never seemed to end.
Massive respect to the lads for never giving up.
Great to see see local faces turn up in Harrogate to see the guys.
71 miles done and 100 to go.
Day 4
As the days are getting tougher, today the lads were surprised by some family and friends upon arrival in Halifax. A very emotional end to a difficult day.
But some beautiful scenery en route.
Day 5
The van has now been turned into an inside dining area so the lads can get out the rain for a short while and their cold drinks and hot drinks are waiting ready for them and a little bit of haribo to get the legs pumping!!!
Another tough day up and down dale and the weather still hasn’t co-operated.
There’s only one way to end today…. and that’s with KFC!
Day 6
En route to Liverpool and a visit to Goodison Park and Anfield.
After an epic 31.3 miles the guys arrived in Liverpool all together. They were greeted by friends and family from home. A very emotional end to a challenging day.
The lads have absolutely smashed it this week and we are immensely proud!
154.1 miles down and 17 to go! Not long now.
Day 7
The walk is complete. 171 miles walked in one week!
The five thousand pound target has been met and more donations continue to pour in.
The walk may be over, but the campaign is still going. Please donate today.
Gavin’s Tractors
Bonus section. Gavin’s tractor spotting kept him saner than the others throughout the hard week. Here’s a selection of the best.
Businesses Supporting Us
Shotton Walkers Mission Statement
We wish to thank all who have helped and contributed to the efforts of the Shotton Walkers.
Your contributions are what makes the difference. We do the walking and you have come to the table and provided the financial support that our charities will benefit from.
Below is a list of all our contributors who have provided something materially or financially.
From everyone at the Shotton Walkers, we appreciate you and want to say…
AF Global
Unit B1, Tebay Road,
Bromborough,
Wirral,
Merseyside,
CH62 3AB.
Fusetec Ltd
You can call us direct on 01244 819428 or 07919682898 for a no obligation chat. Alternatively, you can email us at info@fusetec.co.uk
A leading security, digital and solar company,
Fusetec’s emphasis on quality combined with a customer focused approach differentiates it from other organisations operating in the North West
Proximo
“Established in 1995 as a market leader in the provision of specialist vehicle hire. Proximo has come a long way through diversification into other niche areas of the incident management industry, with Group companies consistently fulfilling the requirements of each and every individual via innovative products and in-house services.”
CDS Chester Digital Supplies
Unit 7,
Central Trading Estate,
Chester,
CH4 8SW
Mara Electrical Ltd
Unit 8, Expressway Business Park,
Station Rd, Queensferry,
Deeside CH5 2TF
MB1 Solutions Ltd
Lead Need LLC
5633 State Road 54
Suite C
New Port Richey
FL 34652