Mike, a tenant at our independent living scheme Brakendon Close, has hiked nearly 1000km across Northern Spain throughout April, following the traditional pilgrimage routes of the Camino Frances and Camino del Norte, raising an incredible £1213 for the gardens in Brakendon Close.
For centuries, pilgrims from all over the world have trekked the Camino routes across Europe as a journey for mind, body and soul. Mike - who has completed different Camino routes previously and is a keen walker and former rock climber - began his journey in Biarritz, France, crossing the Pyrenees and finishing in Santiago de Compostela, taking in Pamplona, Santander, Oviedo, Leon and more along the way.
Mike - who celebrated his 75th birthday en route - said before departing, “It’s not just the places I am looking forward to seeing, but the people you meet along the way who really make the experience. I am very pleased to be fundraising for Corton House and Brakendon Close and am grateful for any support you can give.”
