Renowned Exmoor enthusiast raises money for Cardiology Ward

Renowned Exmoor enthusiast and wildlife walker Ivan Huxtable organised the 10-mile sponsored walk last year to help raise money for Victoria Ward Cardiology Fund at North Devon District Hospital and the North Devon Hospice.

The walk took in the magnificent views over the moors at West and East Anstey Commons and finished at Hinam Farm near Dulverton where walkers enjoyed a home-cooked stew and dumplings .

Ivan03A phenomenal £8,760 was raised for the two charities – making it the most success Exmoor Ramble yet.

Ivan has been organising the event for the past 25 year, and has raised more than £100,000 in total for local charities.

Ivan said: “I am absolutely delighted with the result and the funds will be a great help to the two charities.

“It is a lot of hard work organising these events and a lot of people help behind the scenes to make it such a success. Exmoor has some stunning scenery and it is wonderful to be able to share it with our walkers.”

Over and Above Fundraiser Julie Whitton added: “Ivan is an amazing organiser, and has worked extremely hard for us over the years organising the excellent Exmoor Ramble.

“The money raised for the hospital charity will be used to purchase five medical reclining chairsDSCN1922 that enable our patients who need coronary care to sleep more easily, making their time on the ward much more comfortable”.