A countryside walk for East Cheshire Hospice was blessed with sunshine after a washout last time.
It rained so heavily in 2022 that it resembled a sponsored swim more than a scenic stroll.
But thankfully blues skies greeted this year’s Pie and Pint challenge, sponsored by Holdcroft Motor Group.
All smiles as walkers prepare to set off.
Organiser Claire Gorton said: “We were lucky with warm and sunny weather after so much rain last time.
“There were so many puddles at the previous event, but it didn’t put off walkers who loyally returned to support us again and we were rewarded with perfect conditions.”
The weather was so severe last time the Hospice switched the event from February to September, with the challenge again ending with a pie and a pint to soothe aching muscles.
Walkers tackle the 10k Pie and Pint challenge.
Dozens took part in the latest 10k walk, raising more than £6,500, with Hospice mascot Sunny the Dog drawing curious looks from canine friends at the start at Macclesfield Rugby Club.
Claire, Hospice community and events fundraiser, said: “We had all ages taking part and we’re so grateful to everyone – participants, volunteers, the rugby club, Maggie who provided the tasty pies and Holdcroft, our sponsors.
“These events are vital in engaging the local community, raising awareness and funds for the Hospice which receives fewer than 18 per cent of funds from government.
En route through Over Alderley, Mottram St Andrew, Prestbury and Dale Brow.
“That means we must raise more than £7,500 every single day to provide our services free of charge to those in our community.”
Participants were invited to watch Macclesfield’s rugby team in action afterwards.
