Northumbrian Water team walks Hadrian's Wall for charity

Sponsored by Mediaworks, the Walking for Water event on the UNESCO World Heritage Site aims to raise awareness and funds for Northumbrian WaterAid, an international charity that provides clean water, decent toilets, and good hygiene.

The walk spans over three days starting on May 17 and the group will camp overnight or stay in local accommodations.

Jennie Collingwood, head of corporate affairs at Northumbrian Water, said: “Keeping hydrated is really important, however, access to clean water is something many of us take for granted and unfortunately, too many people still do not have access to clean drinking water.

"We want to make a difference, that’s why we’re committed to supporting Northumbrian WaterAid’s target to bring this water crisis to an end by 2030."

Brett Jacobson, chief executive officer at Mediaworks, is among those in the group participating in the walk.

He said: “We hope this event will raise much needed funds for Northumbrian WaterAid. We believe everyone, wherever they live, should have access to clean water."

Northumbrian Water has been working with Northumbrian WaterAid since 1981 to bring clean water, decent toilets and good hygiene to everyone everywhere.

Funds raised by Team Northumbrian Water through the Walking for Water event will directly support Northumbrian WaterAid's life-changing projects, bringing clean water, sanitation facilities, and hygiene education to communities in need.