Charlie will walk 5km through Avondale Forest Park, a year after climbing Croagh Patrick
Charlie Bird will lead a special Hand of Friendship Walk in aid of the Samaritans in Wicklow next month.
Read more: C harlie Bird thanks Bank of Ireland employees for their help after 'crying uncontrollably' He said: "Samaritans is a cause close to my heart, with its volunteers across the country extend the hand of friendship to others 24 hours a day, seven days a week. That is why I am holding a Hand of Friendship Walk in support of Samaritans this April.
The walk will take place a year after Climb with Charlie, which saw the veteran broadcaster climb Croagh Patrick. “"We are also calling on everyone to support Charlie’s walk on April 16th by joining us in Avondale Forest Park, walking with volunteers at another designated site or Coillte site, making a donation at www.charlieswalkoffriendship.com, or by considering volunteering with their local branch of Samaritans."
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