Haywards Heath fundraisers smash £1K target in aid of Diabetes UK

The team at Specsavers Haywards Heath is celebrating after raising more than £1,000 for Diabetes UK through a nationwide walking challenge.

 Colleagues took part in Diabetes UK’s One Million Steps Challenge, clocking up thousands of steps between July and September to raise money and awareness for people living with diabetes.

 Whether walking through local parks, around their neighbourhoods, in their gardens or during their daily commute, the team embraced every opportunity to get moving in support of the charity.

 Store director Jay Spiller said: ‘We’re so grateful to everyone who donated any amount to this fundraiser. Reaching £1,000 is a fantastic achievement and a real reflection of the generosity of our local community.’

 Fellow director Rachna Patel added: ‘Taking part in the One Million Steps Challenge has been a great experience for the team. As well as raising vital funds, we hope we've helped raise awareness of diabetes, a condition that affects millions of people across the UK and has a significant impact on everyday lives.’

 More than 4.7 million people in the UK are living with a diabetes diagnosis. It’s a serious condition that causes blood glucose levels to become too high.

 For more information about the signs and symptoms of diabetes, visit: www.diabetes.org.uk/about-diabetes/symptoms.