Pete Griffith is hoping to raise £10,000 by taking on the Camino Frances.
Pete, who works a chaplain at the hospice, is currently undertaking the 40 day challenge, hoping to finish Santiago De Compostela in Northern Spain on May 25th.
He has already raised over £7,000 of his £10,000 target, which he hopes will help to replace and modernise the wet room in the inpatient unit at the hospice. Pete says this update to facilities would ensure that "those who need care receive it in a comfortable and dignified environment."
The famous pilgrimage route - which starts in the French Pyrenees - is something that Pete says has been on his bucket list for a few years, but he says that he was truly inspired after watching the film "The Way".
Speaking to Bucks Radio earlier this week, Pete told us about the highlight of his journey so far:
He has also met singing nuns, and battled blisters:
Talking about the challenge before he left, Pete said:
"I understand that my goal is significant, but I am filled with hope and determination as I take on what will be my biggest fundraising challenge yet. It has taken considerable time and effort to plan this adventure and arrange special leave from my duties at both the hospice and Stoke Mandeville Hospital. Your support means everything to me."
He's now half way through his walk, and has been sharing updates of his journey on Facebook:
You can donate to his cause here (external link).
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