THE North Devon Hospice’s ‘Nightwalk 2017’ event is now in its 10th anniversary year and is open for women across North Devon to sign up to now.

One event will start from Tamar Lakes near Holsworthy.

The ladies-only moonlit walk will take place on Saturday, May 20, and will celebrate its 10th anniversary. Those taking part will be helping to raise £100,000 for North Devon Hospice nurses who provide care during the night.

Nightwalk has become the single largest charity event in North Devon and after bursting on to the scene ten years ago it has gone from strength to strength.

The 2017 ‘edition’ is set to be the biggest and best yet, with new routes, more entertainment and plenty of surprises in store.

Ali Hunt, head of fundraising at the hospice, said she hopes local women will rally to the cause, she added: “North Devon Hospice is providing more care during the night than ever before. Both on our Bedded Unit and in people’s own homes, the need for round-the-clock nursing is growing.

“We need the ladies of North Devon to step up to the challenge and step out for Nightwalk 2017. Help our nurses be the light in the dark for hundreds of local families.”

Ali explained that the hope is for Nightwalk 2017 to be a festival of colour and lights, she said: “This will truly be an experience not to be missed. The sight of 1,000 women walking together, all dressed in neon and flashing lights, is spectacular.

“We’ve also added lots more features to the night including a prosecco bar, fire performers, live music, lights show and Nightwalk t-shirts available to all walkers.

“We have set a target to raising £100,000, which would help fund our team of nurses who care for patients during the night, both at home and on our Bedded Unit. So please sign up now and help make a difference to local people who need their local hospice.”

Starting points are at Tamar Lakes near Holsworthy, Barnstaple, Instow, Bideford and Torrington.

Route lengths range from three to 11 miles. There is a Nightwalk for everyone. Buses will be on hand to take Nightwalkers back to their starting points.

Register before April 1, to take advantage of a special early bird discount. To sign up visit www.nightwalk.co.uk

Those who enter will also be placed into a draw to win a ‘Champagne High Tea’ for four at the award-winning Kentisbury Grange.