What is the Sheffield Night Hike...
It is a 17 mile dusk-till-dawn sponsored walk from Lodge Moor, Sheffield into Derbyshire and back to raise funds for either Christian Aid or the Catholic Agency for Overseas Development (CAFOD) according to the choice you make when you enrol.
The money raised for both charities will be used to provide emergency relief, for long-term development to lift communities out of poverty, or for campaigning on such issues as trade and debt.
In 2005 the Sheffield Night Hike, and the associated Sheffield May Day Trek, together raised over £18,000 for these purposes. Since the need for funds is as great as ever any money we can raise is highly valued.
The Sheffield Night Hike...
The Sheffield Night Hike starts and finishes at St. Luke's Church, Lodge Moor, Sheffield.
It goes via the Mayfield Valley, Fox House, Longshaw, Grindleford to Hathersage. From there it climbs up to Stanage Edge, passes Redmires Reservoir and back to St. Luke's Lodge Moor.
The Hike is fully marshalled, with toilet facilities, first aid, refreshment points and transport back to the start for those who cannot complete the Hike.
There is plenty of parking near to the start.
If you would like to help or be involved, but the Hike is a step too far, all volunteers are greatly received. If you can offer to help please use the email link on the Register page.