Bury St Edmunds: Crowds gather for Girls Night Out

The St Nicholas Hospice Care's Girls Night Out saw a group of around 900 walk either a six or 11.2 mile route around the town to raise funds for the charity.

The event was organised by St Nicholas Hospice Care. Credit: Andy Abbott (Image: Andy Abbott)

Organisers said the event was filled with laughter and camaraderie, alongside more tender moments. Credit: Andy Abbott (Image: Andy Abbott)

Organisers said this year's event, which was postponed after the death of Queen Elizabeth II, was filled with laughter and camaraderie, alongside more tender moments in which walkers remembered loved ones at the memory boards on Angel Hill and at the hospice.

Funds are still being counted, but the charity said every penny raised will make a massive difference.

Funds raised by the walk are still being counted. Credit: Andy Abbott (Image: Andy Abbott)

Participants had been encouraged to come in their best pyjamas. Credit: Andy Abbott (Image: Andy Abbott)

Daisy Fisher, from Bury St Edmunds, was walking with her sister Anya in memory of their grandfather.

"This will be the first time we’ve taken part in the walk and we’re pleased that we can do it for the Hospice," they said.

"The care our grandpa received from the community nurses was amazing."

For mum and daughter Molly and Fiona Branagan the event was a chance to remember a much loved sister and auntie.

Organisers said every penny raised by the event will make a huge difference. Credit: Andy Abbott (Image: Andy Abbott)

Those taking part gathered in Bury on Saturday evening. Credit: Andy Abbott (Image: Andy Abbott)

Fiona said: "My sister was such a caring person, she looked after everyone and for us, knowing that she was so cared for while she was dying was such a relief.

"It was a heartbreaking time, but the Hospice made it a special time for us too.”

More than 200 volunteers and marshals supported the walk, while emergency services and RAF personnel were also on hand to ensure everything ran smoothly.

Organisers described the event as a fantastic night. Credit: Andy Abbott (Image: Andy Abbott)

More than 200 volunteers and marshals supported the walk. Credit: Andy Abbott (Image: Andy Abbott)

Charlie De-Moore, the hospice’s events manager, said: "It is always emotional to see the walkers set off and to see such wonderful community spirit across the town.

"Thank you to all of those who put in the miles for us."

"Every step taken and every penny raised makes an incredible difference."