Streets of Calderdale lit up by hundreds of Overgate supporters as Midnight Walk raises £74,000 for hospice
The streets of Calderdale were lit up by more than 850 people as Overgate’s Midnight Walk raised £74,000 for the hospice.
Starting and finishing at Dean Clough in Halifax, participants walked, ran and skipped their way around a ten-mile route through Calderdale on September 12.
The streets were filled with flashing head boppers, glow sticks and light-up accessories as friends, families, colleagues and individuals came together to support their local hospice.
Many participants took part in memory of someone they love or in support of a loved one, while others joined the challenge to help Overgate Hospice continue providing specialist care to patients and their families throughout Calderdale.
Before setting off, participants gathered at Dean Clough to enjoy an energetic warm-up, creating a brilliant atmosphere and giving everyone the energy they needed to take on the challenge.
At the halfway checkpoint, participants were able to use the facilities, grab a drink, rest their feet and enjoy a welcome cup of tea and a biscuit before continuing their walk.
Upon returning to Dean Clough, walkers crossed the finish line to cheers from volunteers and supporters. Each participant received a commemorative medal and enjoyed a well-earned sandwich and refreshments.
Participants were encouraged to raise sponsorship, with exclusive rewards available for reaching different fundraising milestones. Together, they have already raised an incredible £74,000 with further sponsorship still being collected.
Beth Burton, community events fundraiser at Overgate Hospice, said: “The atmosphere throughout the night was incredible. Seeing hundreds of people coming together and lighting up the streets of Calderdale was such a special sight.
“A huge amount of work goes into making the Midnight Walk happen, and I’m so grateful to everyone who joined us, raised sponsorship, volunteered or supported the event.
“Every single person played a part in making the night so special and helping Overgate continue caring for local patients and their families.
“Many of our participants were walking in memory of someone they love or supporting a loved one, and it was incredibly moving to hear the stories behind why people had chosen to take part.”
Overgate Hospice would like to say a huge thank you to Rosemount Estates, the headline sponsor of the 2026 Midnight Walk, for their generous and continued support. Thanks also go to A-SAFE for kindly sponsoring the event T-shirts and to IFT Wealth Management Ltd for sponsoring the halfway checkpoint.
The hospice also thanked the dedicated team of volunteers who gave up their time to support the event.
Beth said: “From registering participants and serving refreshments, to marshalling the route and cheering everyone on, the Midnight Walk would not have been possible without them.”
Sponsorship can still be donated through participants’ individual fundraising pages, at the hospice or through the Midnight Walk JustGiving page at www.justgiving.com/campaign/overgatemidnightwalk2026
And the hospice has announced that the popular event will return next year, with the date confirmed as Saturday, September 11, 2027.