I have decided to mark my 'half century' by challenging myself to undertake a 10 day Himalayan Trek and raising money for Chester Women's Aid.

Chester Women's Aid support those who have experienced domestic abuse, raise awareness of domestic abuse and monitor local provision. It is estimated that 2 women a week are killed by an abusive partner or ex in the UK and 1 in 4 women will experience domestic abuse in her lifetime. This vital organisation helps women in Chester and the surrounding areas and I hope to raise funds to support this charity carry out its essential work.

The Himalayan trek begins and ends at the heart of the world’s highest mountain range in Dharamsala, where the Dalai Lama and the centre of the Tibetan community are located. The expedition follows the Uhl River, through rhododendron and evergreen forests, taking in Hindu settlements and isolated Buddhist monasteries. This hidden route is rarely trekked. I will be expected to trek for 7 hours a day and climb altitudes of about 4000m, and then camp for the evening.

I have paid for this trek myself so all funds raised go direct to the charity.

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