🚶♂️Paul Castle’s King Alfred’s Way Walk for Bigmoose Charity
Paul Castle, founder of Paul Castle Associates, is lacing up his walking boots again for an extraordinary adventure: a 360KM trek around the historic King Alfred’s Way this August — and it’s all for an incredible cause.
Following in the footsteps of the Anglo-Saxon king, Paul is undertaking a 14-day walk that spans ancient towns, rolling countryside, and breathtaking English heritage — all while raising vital funds for Bigmoose Charity, a mental health-focused non-profit working to prevent suicide, support recovery, and reduce homelessness.
“I’ve always believed in pushing my limits — physically and mentally — but this walk is about something bigger than me. It’s about hope, resilience, and giving people a second chance.” — Paul Castle, August 2025
Paul set off on Friday, August 1st, from Winchester, and is now deep into his multi-day hike that covers:
- 🏞️ Historic stops like Salisbury, Avebury, and Reading
- 🚶♂️Daily hikes ranging from 11 to 18 miles (18–29KM) with an average of 7-9 hours per day
| Date | From | To | Distance (KM) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 1 | Winchester | Dunbridge | 24 |
| Aug 2 | Dunbridge | Salisbury | 21 |
| Aug 3 | Salisbury | Netheravon | 21 |
| Aug 4 | Netheravon | Market Laverton | 20 |
| Aug 5 | Market Laverton | Avebury | 21 |
| Aug 6 | Avebury | Ogbourne | 19 |
| Aug 7 | Ogbourne | Letcombe Regis | 27 |
| Aug 8 | Letcombe Regis | Streatly | 24 |
| Aug 9 | Streatly | Reading | 18 |
| Aug 10 | Reading | Hartley Wintney | 24 |
| Aug 11 | Hartley Wintney | Frensham | 22 |
| Aug 12 | Frensham | Griggs Green | 24 |
| Aug 13 | Griggs Green | Clanfield | 22 |
| Aug 14 | Clanfield | Winchester | 29 |
With a total of 197 miles / 315 KM already planned, this epic journey is no walk in the park — but Paul is tackling each day with determination and purpose.
💙 Why He’s Walking: The Bigmoose Mission
Paul’s walk is in support of Bigmoose, a Cardiff-based charity with a bold mission:
“To help people with their mental health, prevent suicide, and reduce homelessness.”
Bigmoose provides free therapy, life coaching, and community-based support to people struggling with their mental health — and their impact is real, measurable, and growing. Every step Paul takes helps fund more sessions, more lives changed, and more futures rebuilt.
🎯 Fundraising Goal: Help Paul Reach His Target!
Paul’s JustGiving page is live and taking donations:
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/page/paulcastle
As of today, Paul has raised £630 aiming to reach and surpass his £2000 target by the end of the walk.
If you’ve ever been touched by the importance of mental health, now is your moment to support someone walking the walk — quite literally — to make a difference.
📣 Get Involved, Stay Updated
- 🔁 Follow Paul’s journey day-by-day on social media and through video updates
- 💬 Share his story with friends and family
- 💰 Donate what you can to help him hit the finish line stronger than ever:
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/page/paulcastle
“Every donation is a step forward. Not just for me, but for the people Bigmoose helps every day.”
— Paul Castle
📍 Where Is Paul Now?
Paul is currently around setting off from Avebury to Ogbourne, powering through the first 3rd and heading toward the halfway point by Friday. With just a few days to go, your support could be the boost he needs to complete the journey in style.
🙌 Let’s Cheer Him On!
Let’s rally behind Paul and help him turn footsteps into impact. Together, we can support Bigmoose in their vital mission and make a lasting difference for those who need it most.
🔗 Donate & Share Today:
👉 https://www.justgiving.com/page/paulcastle