For 2024’s Orange Tree Dental Charity Challenge we decided to hit the coast. Less bucket and spades however, more like hiking boots and plasters! This year we chose to hike the Cleveland Way between Scarborough and Whitby, some 21 miles of rugged terrain (and the odd dive bombing gull). Setting off once again at the crack of dawn, we assembled a ragtag group of hikers from the practice, including a certain Ms A Crellin who we dragged out of retirement to keep us company on the cliff tops. Lovely to have her back amongst the Orange Tree Team again!
The hike took us from the centre of Scarborough northwards along the coastal path all the way to the middle of Whitby. Achey legs and blisters were tempered by some astonishing views and some very welcome refreshments at the Ravenscar cafe. One path closure near Boggle Hole added a dishearteningly long detour, but the promise of picking up a support group at Robin Hood’s Bay kept everyone going. Eventually Whitby Abbey came into sight some 10 hours after setting off, and weary legs made their way down the famous 199 steps into the town for some very well earned fish and chips.
This year with your help we raised a fantastic £1578 for Yorkshire Air Ambulance, bringing our total raised over the years to a BRILLIANT £7400! Well done to everyone involved, and as always, a massive thank you to everyone who supports and sponsors us.