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Jonathan Winston Jonathan Winston
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The temperature rose on Thursday evening when a brave team walked over fire in an attempt to raise £10,000 for St Gemma’s Hospice, Leeds.

Winston Solicitors hosted the scorching event in their back garden. 30 participants from 12 different businesses took part in the firewalk. Fundraising started a month before the event in an effort to reach the £10k target. Each participant took part in a two hour training session immediately prior to the firewalk.

After plenty of fire-themed songs, Rich Williams from Radio Aire warmed up the 250 strong crowd. Then the 30 participants were introduced and one by one they walked across 20 feet of wood embers burning at an incredible 1236 degrees Fahrenheit. Guests then enjoyed a warming feast of fish and chips and toasted the fearless walkers with a glass of wine.

We have previously supported St Gemma’s Hospice, but this is the first time we have hosted such an event and invited other businesses to take part. “Knowing St Gemma’s as we do, we wanted to be able to raise a large sum of money for the hospice. The majority of the £8million they need each year is raised via fundraising initiatives and donations.” said Jonathan Winston. “The firewalk has been a great way to raise awareness of the hospice while giving people the opportunity to have an inspirational experience. Knowing you’ve walked on fire gives you a boost that allows you to achieve anything. A big thanks must go to all the businesses that took part and to everyone who generously donated and supported our event.”

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