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  2. Why I'm Walking the Wight Your Way

Why I'm Walking the Wight Your Way

There are lots of reasons why people are taking part in Walk the Wight Your Way - here are some of their stories to inspire you!

Many people also walk in memory of a loved one. You can read more about their #iremember stories here

Send your photos and stories to [email protected] or post on our Facebook page. 

John White's story

John White's story

At 89, age is no barrier for John White who's been telling us why he has been Walking the Wight Your Way. Read more

Published: 9th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd May, 2020

Author: Deleted User

Peter Butcher's story

Peter Butcher's story

Peter Butcher, 84, from Newport has been Walking the Wight for the 14th time. Read more

Published: 9th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd May, 2020

Author: Deleted User

Kirsty Gobby's story

Kirsty Gobby's story

This year so many people have been coming up with inventive ways to Walk the Wight their way – how about a bit of mountain climbing? Read more

Published: 9th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd May, 2020

Author: Deleted User

Sue Hook's story

Sue Hook's story

Here is Sue Hook's story. Read more

Published: 9th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd May, 2020

Author: Deleted User

Marianne Edwards' story

Marianne Edwards' story

For Marianne Edwards and her dog, Scarlet, Walk the Way Your Way proved the 'purr-fect' challenge. Read more

Published: 10th May, 2020

Updated: 23rd September, 2020

Author: Matt White

Ron Bowler's story

Ron Bowler's story

Ron is completing Walk the Wight time for the first time in 30 years! Read more

Published: 10th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd May, 2020

Author: Deleted User

Emma Gray's story

Emma Gray's story

Travel restrictions to the Island did not deter two sisters from taking part in Walk the Wight. Read more

Published: 11th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd May, 2020

Author: Matt White

Ryan Ingram's story

Ryan Ingram's story

Ryan Ingram, 13, completed Walk the Wight on an exercise bike. Read more

Published: 11th May, 2020

Updated: 22nd May, 2020

Author: Matt White

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