At Prospect Hospice, we provide outstanding, personalised and compassionate care for everyone in Swindon, Marlborough and the surrounding areas affected by a life-limiting illness, completely free of charge. For 45 years, we’ve been a dedicated, non-hospital, end-of-life care service for patients and their loved ones - around the clock, every day of the year. Our mission is to ensure that anyone can access the best possible expert care whenever and wherever they need it – whether at the hospice or in their own home. As a charity, we only exist because of the generosity and support of our amazing local community.
Find out about the range of end-of-life care services that we offer to patients and their families. These delivered free of charge and are designed to provide compassionate, personalised support during every stage of a life-limiting illness in every kind of care setting, to anyone who needs it.
We couldn’t do what we do without considerable support from our local community. Find out all the different ways in which you can support Prospect Hospice, including fundraising, volunteering and purchasing from our shops. All contributions are greatly appreciated and enables us to deliver care that is free of charge to our patients and their families.
Our café sits at the heart of our hospice in Wroughton and serves a range of delicious home cooked meals to suit all tastes. Whether you're looking to catch up with friends over lunch or relax with coffee and cake, our Heart of the Hospice café has you covered.
Whether shopping with us in person or online, or donating your pre-loved goods, we thank you for supporting us through our shops where you help to raise around £2million a year for Prospect Hospice.
We pride ourselves on being a great place to work and we're always looking for outstanding people to join our team at the hospice across all areas of the charity.
Prospect Hospice is the leading provider of education and training for end-of-life care in Swindon and north Wiltshire. Working closely with you, our colleagues within partner organisations, we want to ensure that the very best care is available to everyone facing the end of life. This is why we provide education and development opportunities, all of which aim to encourage learning and build confidence in end of life care and support.
Men’s Walk to Support 2026
Start: Saturday 18 April 2026 @ 9:00 am
Location: Prospect Hospice
Saturday 18 April 2026
Start Wroughton, 9am
Finish Swindon Town Football Club
An 8 mile walk for men to come together and help fund essential end-of-life care.
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This is your chance to walk, talk and open up about life, loss and everything in between. Whether you come on your own or bring along a friend, you’ll be part of a group of men taking the time to support one another, while raising vital funds for hospice care. Every step you take helps us be there for patients and families when they need us most.
Download the route map
Our Men’s Walk to Support is an eight-mile route from Prospect Hospice to the County Ground – where the day doesn’t stop at the finish line!
With the support of Swindon Town Football Club, walkers will be welcomed into a brilliant match-day atmosphere as the Robins take on Accrington Stanley. Stay to soak it in, celebrate your achievement and enjoy the occasion, or head off when you’re ready.
Your ticket includes:
Free t-shirt Free drink Free food Swindon Town home match
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Proudly supported by Swindon Town Football Club
The Men’s Walk to Support is a brand-new event to our events calendar, created to bring men and boys together, side by side, peer to peer.
It’s built around a simple idea: that some conversations are easier when you’re walking alongside someone who understands.
On 18 April, men from across our community will take part in a shared eight-mile walk, creating space for connection without pressure or expectation.
Every step helps fund Prospect Hospice, supporting families through life-limiting illness, grief and bereavement. Together, we can make a real difference.
What are the timings for the Men’s Walk?
We have a full day planned, with time for walking, talking and watching the football. Check in will be open from 8.30am, giving you plenty of time to get ready. You will then set off between 10.00am and 10.30am. You can expect to reach the County Ground between 12.00pm and 2.30pm, depending on your pace. Food and drink will be available from 12.30pm, giving you the chance to relax before the match kicks off at 3.00pm.
What is the route for the Men's Walk?
We have a scenic route planned for the walk. The eight-mile walk will start at Prospect Hospice in Wroughton and finish at the County Ground in Swindon. Along the way, you will pass local landmarks including the Old Town Railway Path, Wilts & Berks Canal, the Designer Outlet and Railway Village. Download the route map.
Do I need to pay to take part?
Yes, there is a small registration fee of £28 per person. This helps cover the costs of the event, including food, drink, t-shirt and your ticket to the football match.
Do I need to fundraise to take part?
Yes, we encourage you to fundraise or donate a minimum of £50. This will go towards our essential services, including supporting men and families through bereavement.
Who is the event for? Is it just for men and boys?
Yes, this event has been designed specifically for men and boys in the community. However, women are welcome to support the event by encouraging the men in their lives to take part, cheering them on at the finish line or volunteering on the day.
Is it suitable for all fitness levels?
Yes, the walk is designed to be suitable for all fitness levels. You’re encouraged to go at your own pace and take breaks whenever you need.
How old do I need to be?
The walk is suitable for anyone aged 8+. We just ask that any children are accompanied by a participating adult.
Can I bring my dog with me?
Yes, man’s best friend is more than welcome. We just ask that they are kept on a lead throughout the walk. Please note that dogs will not be allowed in the County Ground, except for registered assistance dogs. If you’ll be bringing an assistance dog, please let us know so we can arrange access with Swindon Town Football Club.
Volunteers
We’re looking for volunteers to help on the day! There are plenty of roles available, whether you want to marshal along the route or help at the finish line. We even offer complete flexibility, so you can volunteer for a few hours or the whole day. Without volunteers, we simply couldn’t put on events like this. If you’re interested in volunteering, please get in touch with our Fundraising and Events Team on fundraisingandevents@prospect-hospice.net.
Sponsorship form
You can download a sponsorship form here.
Corporate partners
We’re looking for corporate partners to get involved! By sponsoring the event, you could show your support for men’s health and wellbeing. You could even encourage your employees to take part, helping to raise awareness for hospice care in the local community. If you’re interested in partnering with us, please get in touch with our Partnerships Lead, Sinéad Nolan-Martin. You can email her at sineadnolan-martin@prospect-hospice.net.
Terms and conditions
All paying registrants (PR) must complete and sign a registration form or enter online before taking part. Each PR needs to ensure that every member of their party has given the PR their permission to enter them into the event and given permission to submit their name and contact details. These details will be held by Enthuse (for online entrants) and Prospect Hospice for the purpose of administering this event. All children aged 18 and under must be accompanied by a participating adult who will be responsible for their safety throughout the event. Children must remain with their responsible adult during the event and not separate from them. Participants must be aged 8+ to take on the 8-mile route. All participants are expected to raise sponsorship, a minimum of £50, or make a personal donation in lieu of sponsorship. The non-refundable entry fee is to cover the cost of administration and resources for the event and entitles each walker to a meal, a drink, a T-shirt and a match ticket. Places on the event are non-refundable and non-transferable. Dogs are only permitted on the walk and are not permitted within Swindon Town Football Club. Sensible footwear must be worn and care taken. The course is multi-terrain.If you have a medical condition which could be affected by exercise, please obtain your doctor’s approval before participation. While all reasonable action has been taken by Prospect Hospice to ensure the safety of participants, the charity cannot be held accountable for any injury, loss or damage sustained during this event. By taking part in the Men’s Walk to Support you are representing Prospect Hospice and antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. Those who exhibit antisocial behaviour will be asked to leave the event. 8-mile route:You enter the walk at your own risk and should not take part unless medically fit to walk 8 miles and complete the distance within four hours. We reserve the right to withdraw marshalling for any participants who take over four hours to complete the course. Entrants will be responsible for making their own way to Prospect Hospice for the start of the event and arranging suitable transport to get home from Swindon Town Football Club. The charity may take photographs of the event and use them in publicity material including on their websites. If you do not want your photograph to be used, please contact the Fundraising and Events Team on fundraisingandevents@prospect-hospice.net. The event start time is based on a 3pm kick-off time, which is subject to change. This change could be last minute but will be communicated as soon as possible to all participants. In the unlikely event that we do need to cancel the event; you will be notified by email. If we are unable to re-arrange the Men’s Walk to Support event for another date, we will contact you about refund options.
Prospect Hospice, Moormead Road, Wroughton SN4 9BY