As a local Marie Curie nurse, I am inviting local walkers to make the most of the great British summer evenings by taking part in a fabulous evening of sunset strolling, picnicking and entertainment taking place at Bolton Abbey on Sunday, August 29.

Walk Ten Bolton Abbey is one of a series of unique twilight 10k walks, taking place at stunning locations around the UK this summer – many of which are usually closed to the public during the evenings. The walk is supported by HomeServe, and will help to fund more nursing care for terminally-ill patients in North Yorkshire.

The walk aims to attract around 500 people to this magical evening, which will begin at 6pm with a 10k walk around the beautiful grounds surrounding the abbey ruins.

The final leg of the walk will come past the abbey lit up in glorious lights, a sight unseen before.

After the walk finishes there will be time to settle down with a picnic and enjoy the entertainment, before gathering at 10pm to celebrate that Marie Curie nurse’s all around the UK are beginning their overnight shifts in patients’ homes.

For more information about your nearest Walk Ten go to mariecurie.org.uk/walkten or phone 08700 340 040

Lorna Clarkson, Walmgate, York.