Stars Appeal treks travel to far-flung places for the cause

Adventurous fundraisers sought for Stars Appeal 2026 trek to Indian Himalayas

Paul JonesAugust 23, 20240 Comment0

ADVENTUROUS fundraisers are being sought for an expedition on behalf of the Stars Appeal in 2026.

The Salisbury Hospital charity is looking for people ready to take on a trekking challenge to the foothills of the Indian Himalayas.

The Dalai Lama Mountain Trek, in North East India, sets off in April 2026.

Starting in Dharamsala, home of the Dalai Lama, participants will take part in five days of walking through steep and hilly paths, reaching altitudes of 3,200m, resting in mountainside campsites at night, using trails followed for centuries by shepherds.

Anyone who fancies taking up the challenge for a good cause can find out more during a special Information Evening in October.

Jo Maslen, volunteer challenge manager for the Stars Appeal, said: “Our treks bring together people of all ages and backgrounds, including hospital consultants and midwives, 80-year-olds and twenty somethings.

“It’s so inspiring to see everyone step way out of their comfort zones to take on some of the toughest challenges in support of our hospital.

“The money the trekkers raise will enable the Stars Appeal to do even more for patients, their families and staff across the hospital by funding state-of-the-art equipment, enhancements to buildings, and ongoing projects including Stars Appeal Wi-Fi, emergency patient clothing and wellbeing support for patients with cancer.”

Could you be among the group taking on the next challenge for the Stars Appeal?

This is a trek for people who love to take on a challenge and experience new places and cultures with lots of breath-taking scenery along the way, including the Dhaula Dhar White Mountains and Kangra valley, she said.

The Stars Appeal is asking all trekkers to raise at least £2,000 each to support projects across Salisbury District Hospital.

The Trek Information Evening, on Wednesday, October 9, potential trekkers can find out about the journey, the challenges, training and fundraising, as well as hearing from previous participants, Stars Appeal representatives and experts from Discover Adventure, the company organising the trip.

Previous treks have seen Stars Appeal supporters journey to Colombia’s Lost City, tackle desert trails to Petra and the altitudes of Machu Picchu, as well as the Great Wall of China and Grand Canyon.

For more information, and to sign up to get the timings and venue for the Information Evening, visit www.starsappeal.org/event/stars-appeal-trek-2026.