JULIAN House is hosting its annual Circuit of Bath charity walk, taking participants a 22-mile route around Bath.

The well-known charity Julian House operates charity shops in Midsomer Norton and the surrounding area and has been a significant charitable organisation in the UK for many years.

On Sunday, September 22, Julian House will hold a 22-mile event around Bath, with checkpoints open from 7.30am to 6.30pm. 

The circular route takes participants along the outskirts of Bath, through footpaths, canal paths, fields, and hills, offering views from Little Solsbury Hill, Lansdown, and Millennium Viewpoint.

Participants can choose their own distance and start point, with five checkpoints along the 22-mile route and a free shuttle service between them. The route is family and dog friendly, and includes sections that are accessible for prams.

Money raised by the event will support Julian House's work with vulnerable and at-risk individuals across the South West. Their services help rough sleepers, people recovering from substance abuse, those escaping domestic violence, and refugees starting new lives.

Over the last 22 years, the Circuit of Bath Walk has brought together thousands of individuals all willing to make a difference and walk that extra mile to help Julian House.  In 2023, more than 500 participants took part raising over £50,000,and this year Julian House hopes to grow this number to encourage more people to get involved and walk this spectacular route.

Gavin Osborn, community and events fundraiser, said: “The Circuit of Bath Walk is an important event for everyone of all ages. Participants get an incredible sense of achievement from walking 20 miles over challenging terrain, but also the knowledge that the sponsorship they raise will help to rebuild lives.

“By taking part, you are enabling us to support at-risk people in our emergency hostel and domestic abuse refuge. You will literally be helping to save lives”. 

Tickets cost £15 for an adult and £8 for a child with a discount on family tickets being provided. The participant’s entry fee goes towards the cost of organising the walk, and every penny raised through sponsorship goes towards helping Julian House support vulnerable people across the wider region.

For anyone interested in helping Julian House but are unable to take part in the walk, donations are welcome and can be made on the charity website: https://www.julianhouse.org.uk/donate/