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Mandy Jones

Walkies for Parkinson's 2026

Help me reach my goal of £3,000

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90
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My target 90 miles

Why I am fundraising for Parkinson's UK

I’m taking part in Walkies for Parkinson's to help fund specialist Parkinson’s care to make sure no one faces Parkinson’s alone.

Thousands of us are uniting to help people with Parkinson’s, and those who love and care for them, get access to the support they need.

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£3,595 + £731.71 GiftAid

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£3,000

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My updates

Last walk completed.

Monday 2nd Nov

Final Walk. Day 28

Monday 2nd Nov
My last walk of the challenge was on October 28th.   Four of my friends from University joined me in London for the four mile finish around Regent’s Park. 
90 miles done and .including gift aid total raised so far is £4,311.65. 
Thank you all

Donations.

Sunday 1st Nov
If you have made a donation to my fund raising page and haven’t received a thank you note, Could you please let me know.   

Mandy x
 

Day 19

Tuesday 20th Oct
Another walk completed. This time with Huw. We walked from. Burleigh sands towards Loch Leven for 2 miles then turned round and  walked back. 
I’m delighted to say thank you to everyone who has donated as the goal of £3000 has been exceeded. But we still have 10 days to go so plenty of time to donate. 

Did you know?

Tuesday 20th Oct
  • Vivid Hallucinations and Delusions: Many patients experience Parkinson's psychosis, seeing non-existent people, animals, or objects (such as spiders, snakes, or shadow figures) or developing false beliefs like paranoia. [1, 2, 3]
  • REM Sleep Behavior Disorder: Years or even decades before motor symptoms appear, people can violently act out vivid dreams by kicking, punching, or screaming. [1]
  • Loss of Smell (Anosmia): A diminished or total loss of the sense of smell can precede a formal Parkinson's diagnosis by up to a decade. [1]
  • Facial Masking (Hypomimia): The brain loses control over facial muscles, leaving a person with a fixed or expressionless face even though their inner emotions are completely normal. [1]
  • Non-Motor Exhaustion: Extreme fatigue, severe constipation, cognitive changes, and hidden pain can drain a person's energy long before visible shaking starts

Day 18.

Monday 19th Oct

Day 18

Sunday 18th Oct
We’ve been really lucky with the weather with only one rainy day so far. 
Today was beautiful.  
Lindsey and Hazel joined us and we walked from home along the side of the loch and to Burleigh Sands and up to Loch Leven’s larder. Had a 
Cuppa and  them walked home. just managed the 10 mile. X

Day 17

Saturday 17th Oct
Seventeen days and 58 miles done. 32 miles left. Hoping to complete 10 miles tomorrow.

Day 13

Tuesday 13th Oct
A wet wet wet finish to today’s walk.

Day 12

Monday 12th Oct
Did you know

  • Exercise is a vital part of Parkinson’s disease management, helping maintain balance, mobility, flexibility and overall quality of life. 

  • Research shows that consistent exercise — at least 2.5 hours per week — can slow symptom progression and improve physical and emotional wellbeing.  (Parkinson’s Foundation)

Day 10

Saturday 10th Oct
Day 10 and Kate joined us for our walk today. 
With Kate’s encouragement I managed 7 mikes today. 

Day 8

Thursday 8th Oct
A very cold morning this morning warmed up by 10  and it was another beautiful day for a walk. After not feeling very well yesterday and not been able to walk very far and having to walk very slowly, today I feel fighting fit.  My lovely friends Hazel and Helen came walking with me today and we did 5 miles. Time always passes much more quickly.when alking with friends and chatting. 

Did you know - symptoms

Wednesday 7th Oct
 Freezing is very unpleasant symptom of Parkinson’s 
Parkinson's freezing, or freezing of gait, is a sudden and temporary and frightening inability to move where a person's feet feel glued to the floor.: 
Stuck feet: Feet may tremble or make rapid stepping movements in place while forward progress stops.
Fall risk: The torso keeps moving forward while the feet stay stuck, which often leads to a loss of balance and falls. And for me that has meant two afternoons in A&E. 

Day 6

Wednesday 7th Oct
A lovely walk today, sun came out late morning and we kept walking until we got to Milnathort. We stopped in the café for a cuppa and sat in the garden. Happy days.   5 miles.  

Day 4

Sunday 4th Oct
A damp and windy day saw us take a walk along some of the shore of Loch Leven 
Mali was very dirty so a bath was essential- she hates the bath.    
However we ticked off another 4’miles
So 15 out 90. Completed 

Did you know

Saturday 3rd Oct
Parkinson's disease is a progressive brain condition that causes problems with movement, balance, and non-motor functions.  
Issues like loss of smell, sleep disturbances (acting out dreams), constipation, or anxiety often appear years before movement symptoms start. 

Day 3. 03/10

Saturday 3rd Oct
Managed a longer walk today. 6  miles. It takes some planning to for me   to walk that far, I have to make sure  that my medication is taken at the exact time thst would ensure the best chance of success , and that  I can have a rest on the way round should I need 
I’m exhausted tonight. And so is Mali!!

Day 1. -01/10/26 - Mandy & Mali.

Thursday 1st Oct
First walk for the 2026 ‘
Walkies for Parkinson’s’
And thankfully it’s a beautiful day to be out walking, especially after yesterday morning’s rain.    Thanks Huw for keeping me company. X

Did you know

Friday 25th Sep
Every hour, two people in the UK are told they have Parkinson’s. Because of your support, Parkinson’s UK will fund the right research into the most promising treatments, getting closer to a cure every day.

Thanks

Wednesday 23rd Sep
Still one week to go before I officially start logging my miles for the challenge and I’m already not far off half way to my goal. 
A super big thank you to everyone who has already donated,   
Plenty of time yet for those who haven’t. 😘

Walkies for Parkinson’s

Tuesday 15th Sep
As most of you know, I was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease on the 22nd of June 2018.
It was an incredible shock but with the support of the best family and friends it’s possible to have,  I’m still coping 8 years later. 
My main problem is my inability to walk when the medication wears off as sometimes it doesn’t last very long and so I could be out in the middle of a long walk and all of a sudden my pills wear off unexpectedly and I have to wait someone before the next dose.
Two years ago, I did this challenge for the first time ( only 60 miles that time and I was very lucky to have some lovely friends to walk with me. In addition to Mali our  Cocker Spaniel. 
The challenge is called  
Walkies with  Parkinson’s and we will be walking 90 miles during October to raise funds for the work of Parkinson’s UK
Please be really generous and help me reach my target. 
Life can be tough when you have 
Parkinson’s. 

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Thank you to my sponsors

£12.25

Fiona Blake

£23.45

Liz & Wayne

Congratulations Mandy- you smashed it

£25

Wilma Carragher

Well done Mandy &Mali! A great inspiration to many! 💙

£12.25

Margaret Kelly

Congratulations Mandy! What an achievement. Xx

£55.88

Stephen Woolman

Good Luck

£33.83

Karen Fitzgerald

Hi Mandy - well done you! Karen

£55.88

Alan & Lindsey Kidd

Well done Mandy Sorry we were late donating 🥴🥰

£33.83

Anonymous

Well done !!

£20

Sian Oliphant

Well done Mandy. Such a wonderful amount for a very deserving charity.

£20

Alison Houston

Well done Mandy🙂

£45.10

Wendy Salmon

Found your message after all. Great cause and well done on taking on this challenge - brilliant achievement x

£33.83

Jane Hirst

A mammoth effort fantastically achieved, awesome job Mandy, very well done!

£33.83

Anonymous

Well done Mandy.

£23.45

Clare A-s

Sorry Storm Beolo got in the way, brillant for reaching your target - here is to the next one x x

£12.25

Gillian Thomson

Well done Mandy! Good luck!

£23.45

Catherine Ferrier

well done Mandy.

£55.88

Karen Ratcliffe

What a woman !!!!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

£33.83

Elaine Jessop

Wishing you success with your “walkies”. A lovely time of year to enjoy the autumnal colours

£23.45

Sonia Graham

Well done Mandy

£109.25

Margaret Pearce

£33.83

Alistair Gray

Go girl you’ve got this.Xxx

£55.88

Calum Love

All the best with you challenge Mandy and Mali. Go walkies xx

£55.88

James Marshall

You are a star. Best wishes Mandy, from Peggie and me.

£50

Catriona Marshall

You are amazing Mandy! Best of luck for the remaining miles.

£55.88

Maribeth Spitz

Good luck! We need to go cruising 😎

£55.88

Helen Mcinroy

Well done Mandy your an inspiration to us all.

£20

Helen & Stuart

£25

Ginnie

You’re amazing Mandy. Good luck. ❤️ Hope to see you and H soon. X

£100

Dillwyn, Margaret, Mathew And Claire

Well done, Mandy! What a fantastic effort…. sending all our love! X

£33.83

Ann Mcsorley

Brilliant effort Mandy.

£12.25

Ruth X

Wishing you good luck on your treks 🥾xx

£30

Helen Brown

Fantastic challenge Mandy, well done x

£23.45

Sally Reeves

Sending you a big hug xx

£10

Helen Wilson

You are doing great Mandy. Hope the weather keeps up for future walks. X

£12.25

Sandra Garbutt

Keep up the good work Mandy. You are absolutely inspirational ❤️

£150

Michael Hale

Wishing you the best of luck. Lots of love, Michael, Siobhan, Lilly and Éabha

£12.25

Margaret Smith

Lovely speaking to you today. Well done on your walks.

£55.88

Stan Jones

£55.88

Anne Gibson

£55.88

Lorraine Mcqueen

Enjoy your walkies x

£55.88

Vanessa Sinclair

Enjoy your walkies :)

£109.25

Giselle And Dean

Well done Mandy, inspirational to a cause close to hearts

£20

Susan Nash

Inspirational, Mandy! Xxx

£50

Nicola, Chris & Jono Xxx

"You have always shown such resilience, and this walk is just another testament to your beautiful spirit. Take it one mile at a time. We are with you in spirit for every single step."

£55.88

Graham Bowstead

Go for it Mandy. While you are walking listen to Jem (Welsh girl) - Keep on Walking https://open.spotify.com/track/29tnRj8skBiNpcWuJ6P1Qh?si=z5nWbfGlSey7P_1N_cpT1w&utm_source=whatsapp

£20

Angela

£55.88

Alison Gray

Donated with pleasure

£100

Carolyn Shepherd

Hope it goes well. Lots of love 🥰

£50

Gail Kinmond And Mandy Spear

£33.83

Kim Burckett

What a star you are. Sorry I won’t be able to join you but I’ll raise a glass when you walk across the finish line xx

£106.85

Hazel & Brian Xx

Determination and strength in abundance! So proud of you and so in awe!!

£33.83

Julie Hassett

Go Mandy! You will smash it. Constantly inspired by you and your positive mindset

£200

Lee, Molly, Jamie And Conor

Good luck. Big Love from us all ❤️

£250

Gary

Good luck Mandy!

£220

Loa Jones

Very proud of you, Nanna! X

£55.88

Phyllis Farrell

You are an inspiration Mandy each and every day xx

£50

Morag Hagan

£55.88

Steve Harding

Good luck, Mandy

£55.88

Sandra

You’ve got this Mandy! Wish I was closer xx

£33.83

Trudie Marskell

You will smash it Mandy , sending positive vibes to you and Mali , one step at a time 🥰

£33.83

Debbie Ramm-harpley

I know you will absolutely smash the challenge and financial goal. Go girl

£23.45

Katy Bower

£33.83

Benny

Great job Mandy! Hope to join you and Milo when you’re in London

£55.88

Maurene Oliver

My lovely friend I am in awe of your strength courage and determination. Love you xx

£109.25

Amanda Pioli

Go girl, you’re amazing and an inspiration to others. Love 🥰 xx

£23.45

Jackie Sneddon

Good luck Mandy!

£55.88

Beverley Webb

Good Luck Mandy xx

£55.88

Mandy Jones