On Saturday 6 June, farm worker Kieran sets out on an ambitious and awe-inspiring challenge: an 18-day cross-country walk on foot, travelling 320 miles from our farm in Bath all the way to our farm in Skipton.
Kieran is taking on this incredible challenge in support of our Challenge For Change fundraising appeal, raising vital funds so that more young people can experience life-changing support through residential experiences on our farms.
Kieran’s Route
After his departure from Jamie’s Farm HQ at Hill House Farm near Bath, Kieran will pass through Jamie’s Farm sites at Lower Shockerwick, Monmouth and Hereford, before setting out on the long walk to our farm in Skipton.
Each day, he’ll be accompanied by a different member of the Jamie’s Farm team, offering moral support, companionship, and the spirit of Jamie’s Farm to keep him going.
Follow Kieran’s progress
On this blog we’ll be posting updates of Kieran’s progress. You can also follow his progress on our social media channels on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.
As well as sponsoring Kieran, you can help and show your support by liking, sharing and commenting on our posts – help us spread the word!
Latest Updates
Monday 8 June: This morning Kieran was joined by Bronny, Horse Specialist from our Monmouth Farm, and dog Podders, for his day 4 trek from Chepstow to Duffield’s Farm. After leaving the town behind, the intrepid team discovered a Giant’s Cave, the Eagle’s Nest viewpoint and took in spectacular views of the Wye River, before trekking up the steep hill to Duffield’s, where they received a warm welcome from the team.
Sunday 7 June: Kieran set off from Chipping Sodbury, accompanied by other Jamie’s Farm’ers Alice, Sarah and later, Elly. After a couple of wrong turns(!) and traversing a golf course, and negotiating fields of Belted Galloway cows, the team got back on track, and reached the exciting point of crossing the Severn Bridge before ending the day’s walking in Chepstow.
Saturday 6 June: And he’s off! An enthusiastic crowd of staff, friends and family waved Kieran and Jamie off from Hill House Farm. 20 minutes later they chalked up their first stop at Jamie’s Farm, Lower Shockerwick. Next, it’s off towards Chipping Sodbury where they will end day 1.
Wed 3 June: Kieran’s all packed and ready to go. Everyone here at Hill House are busily making signs to show Kieran our support. We’re all so excited for Saturday!
