Village prepares for annual Walking Day

THE annual Stockton Heath Walking Day will take place on Saturday July 9, starting from Alexandra Park with a service at 2pm.
Members of local churches, schools and scout/brownie groups will join together in praise before setting out on their walk of witness.
Theme for this year’s event is “Journey into Life”, with the service in the park being led by Bethesda Church.
The procession will be accompanied by marching bands and will pass through the centre of Stockton Heath, along Ellesmere Road and back along Walton Road.
Motorists are advised to expect delays with the following roads closed from approximately 1.45pm – 4.00pm: Alexandra Road, Carlton Street, Chapel Lane, East Avenue (part), Ellesmere Road (part), Grappenhall Road (part) Heath Street, London Road (part), Parkgate Road, Walton Road (part), Walton Heath Road (part) and Whitefield Road (part).
Last year, organisers were overwhelmed by offers of support from the local community to volunteer as marshalls at road closures, following the withdrawal of this service by the police. Once more, dozens of volunteers are required to help out to ensure the event runs safely on the day. Anyone who can help should email [email protected]