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Walk With A Fork, at Helmingham Hall, near Stowmarket, which benefits Ormiston Families, returning for final time




A charity walking food event through the grounds of a 16th century hall is returning for the final time.

The ultimate Walk With A Fork, at Helmingham Hall, near Stowmarket, will take place on September 1.

The event sees guests ramble through the estate’s picturesque grounds, which are dotted with stalls from local food and drink producers.

Walk With A Fork, which benefits Ormiston Families, is returning to Helmingham Hall for its swansong on September 1. Picture: Submitted
Walk With A Fork, which benefits Ormiston Families, is returning to Helmingham Hall for its swansong on September 1. Picture: Submitted

It benefits Ormiston Families, whose support services include mental health services for children and specialist counselling for young people who have lost a loved one.

Gavin Lamb, senior events and community fundraiser manager at Ormiston Families, said: “Walk With a Fork has been a hugely successful fundraising event for us over the years.

“We know that so many of our supporters will hold fond memories of the food-filled ramble through the grounds of Helmingham Hall.

The six-mile walk takes in Helmingham Hall's picturesque grounds. Picture: Submitted
The six-mile walk takes in Helmingham Hall's picturesque grounds. Picture: Submitted

“We want the last ever event to be our most successful, with amazing local food and drink, awesome entertainment and great live music helping us on our way to raising money for the vital services we deliver.”

Mr Lamb added tickets are selling fast, encouraging those who want to take part to book as soon as they can.

There will be an Event Village at the end of the six-mile walk, which will host activities including axe-throwing and archery.

The six-mile walk through Helmingham Hall's grounds is dotted with food and drink stalls. Picture: Submitted
The six-mile walk through Helmingham Hall's grounds is dotted with food and drink stalls. Picture: Submitted

There will also be live music from local musicians and even more food and drink.