Chris is Trekking the Sahara Desert for Wigan and Leigh Hospice!

Chris Swinton is raising money for Wigan and Leigh Hospice

Sahara Desert Trek · 4 November 2026 · Start fundraising for this event

Join Wigan & Leigh Hospice on this epic challenge as we trek for four days through this ever-changing landscape and to climb to the top of the massive Chegaga Dunes, where we will witness the desert sun-rise! Together we will conquer the Sahara!

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In 2026, I'm taking on an epic challenge by trekking up to 50km through The Sahara Desert!

Facing temperatures of up to 45°C during the day - and up to 30°C during the night, it's certainly going to be a challenge. I'm not great with heat in the UK, so this will certainly put me to the test!

We will be clambering up The Chegaga, The Sahara’s largest dunes as we make our way through this ever-changing landscape.

Please help me to hit my target to ensure the outstanding care provided by Wigan & Leigh Hospice can continue.

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