Rosie Roots-Petty walks 10 miles for Ukraine

Rosie Roots-Petty, of Chilterns Village near Didcot, wanted to fundraise as she was “sad” about the war in Ukraine.

She had hoped to raise £700 as she is seven years old but she had already reached that goal within 24 hours.

Rosie halfway through her walk last month.

“I’m sad that Ukraine is in a war and are having to fight,” she said. “The grownups and children have no homes to live in. The families don’t have food, drinks, clothes, toys or snuggly blankets.”  

Rosie’s mum, Anne, walked with her along the River Thames and said Rosie spent the whole time “smiling and talking”.

After completing her challenge, Rosie said: “I am very happy. I hope the money really helps people in Ukraine”.

The seven-year-old had hoped to raise £700

To donate, visit: justgiving.com/fundraising/anne-marie-roots-petty