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'Lots of worthy causes' benefit from Parish Walk fundraisers

Each year sees around £600,000 raised for charities through sponsorship and donations

The race director of the Parish Walk has welcomed the role the event plays as a fundraiser.

Each year it's estimated entrants raise around £600,000 in sponsorship and donations for a wide range of charities.

On Saturday, more than 1,000 walkers started the event, with 128 completing the 85-mile course in its entirety.

Ray Cox praised those who do it for charity:

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