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2026 Island Walk a record-breaker

This year's Island Walk was a record-breaker.

On its 35th year, around £160,000 was raised for local causes, bringing the total over the event's history to £3.16million.

1,787 people took on the challenge this year, with 406 doing so for the first time.

People from all over the world travelled to Jersey for the walk - including entrants from France, Ireland, Germany, South Africa, India, Portugal, Slovakia, and the Cayman Islands.

James Coughlan, Regional Head, British Isles, Ireland & Luxembourg, and North America & Caribbean at TMF Group, said:

"TMF Group is incredibly proud to support the Island Walk and the remarkable impact it continues to have across our community.

"The dedication of every walker, volunteer, supporter, and sponsor is truly inspiring, and we are delighted to play a small part in helping make a positive difference."

Money raised this year will support a host of charities and good causes, including:

  • Jersey Heart Support Group
  • Dementia Jersey
  • The Grace Crocker Family Support Foundation
  • Music in Action
  • Acorn
  • Brightly
  • Jersey Child Care Trust
  • Macmillan Cancer Support Jersey
  • Wetwheels
  • Jersey Scouts
  • Jersey Cheshire Home

Around 34,800 people taken part since the first Island Walk in 1991.

Jake Crichton, Chair of the Island Walk Trust, said:

"Reaching our 35th year is a remarkable milestone and a testament to the generosity and commitment of the Jersey community.

"Every walker, volunteer, sponsor and supporter has played a part in helping local charities continue their vital work.

"We are immensely grateful to everyone involved and particularly to TMF Group for their ongoing support, which ensures that the maximum amount possible reaches local causes."

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