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Tuesday, 2 April 2024 15:52

They took on the challenge of walking 100 miles each in March for the Irish Hospice Foundation.

A midlands mum and daughter have raised over €12,000 for the Irish Hospice Foundation.

Arlene and Emma Beatty from Killeigh took on the challenge of walking 100 miles each for the month of March.

Arlene's husband and Emma's dad Donal was diagnosed with a very aggressive form of lymphoma in August 2021, and passed away seven months later.

The initial target for the fundraiser was €500 but the pair have smashed that goal.

Arlene says the Irish Hospice Foundation has given her family much comfort:

You can donate through Arlene's Instagram page : @guilfoylebeatty

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