Hi everybody,

I am taking part in the Santa Thames Walk, where i will walk about 5 miles along the Thames in order to raise money for HCPT - the pilgrimage trust in aid of the Hosanna House Appeal. HCPT is a charity which organises Pilgrimage holidays to Lourdes in France for people of all ages, disabilities and special needs. Hosanna House is located in the village of Bartres, just outside Lourdes and sits in the foothills of the Pyrénées. For over 30 years it has catered for young people and adults with special needs and disabilities giving them the opportunity to experience a pilgrimage holiday in a safe and caring environment. Since it opened, Hosanna House has welcomed over 70,000 visitors. With your help we can ensure that future visitors receive as warm a welcome as those in the past.  This appeal needs to raise money to improve bathrooms, bedrooms, fire and smoke alarms to ensure the comfort and safety of their visitors.

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