Hurst steps into the Fire and Ice Walk for Dove House Hospice

As part of their ongoing efforts to support Dove House Hospice, members of the Hurst team recently braved the Fire and Ice Walk—a challenge designed to push participants to their limits, all in the name of charity.

The event, held on October 3rd, saw Hurst employees, including Hayley Barker, Sharon Nixon, Nancy Ibbotson, Neil Dibnah, and Jason Ellis, take on the dual challenges of firewalking and ice walking.

Firewalking required them to walk barefoot over embers heated to an astonishing 650°C. While the ice walk, also known as glass walking, involved walking over hundreds of razor-sharp, sterilised glass shards.

These daring feats were all part of Hurst’s commitment to raising vital funds for Dove House Hospice, a local charity providing compassionate care to individuals with life-limiting illnesses.

“We’re incredibly proud of our team’s bravery and determination in taking part in the Fire and Ice Walk,” said Hayley Barker, Group Head of Marketing at Hurst.

“This challenge really embodied the spirit of pushing through discomfort for a greater cause, and we’re overwhelmed by the support we’ve received so far. Dove House Hospice does amazing work, and we’re honoured to contribute to their fundraising efforts.”

The Fire and Ice Walk is the latest in a series of fundraising initiatives that Hurst has undertaken in 2024 to support Dove House Hospice.

The company’s efforts have helped raise over £3,000 so far, including other events like the Pub-to-Pub Walk and Hull 10k, all aimed at helping the hospice meet its annual funding needs of over £10 million.

“The involvement from Hurst has been truly appreciated,” said Jonny Bottomley, Partnership Development Fundraiser at Dove House Hospice.

“Challenges like the Fire and Ice Walk not only raise essential funds but also showcase the dedication and community spirit of those involved. We’re grateful to Hurst for their continued support.”