The Big Somerset Cricket Bash is back for its second innings

St Margaret’s Hospice has announced The Big Somerset Cricket Bash is back for its second innings this year.

The event includes a 5km walk, followed by an exclusive viewing of the Somerset versus Warwickshire Bears County Championship cricket match.

Attendees will also receive their own Bash t-shirt, a bacon sandwich or a vegetarian option, and a cold pint of cider, or a non-alcoholic beverage, to enjoy whilst watching the game.

Raising funds for the hospice's end of life care, the Bash will take place in the scenic Taunton countryside on June 30.

Those participating will represent a spectrum of ages, walking not only for the hospice's cause, but also as a tribute to lost loved ones.

After the walk, the crowd will move to Somerset County Cricket Ground to watch the team representing Somerset test their mettle against Warwickshire Bears.

The charity/community nature of the event is set to offer a unique camaraderie for those who have lost family and friends, or are living with a terminal diagnosis within their family.

Mike Doyle, a participant attending this year, shared his experience at St Margaret's Sunflower Centre saying: "The Sunflower Centre has had a huge impact on me.

"I first started coming to the centre about a year and a half ago and I was instantly made to feel at home.

"The centre hasn’t just helped me physically; it’s been a massive support to me mentally as well.

"No one really talks about their illness, everyone just speaks about what is important to them and has a great time engaging in all the activities the team put on."

He further added: "I’m thrilled to be supporting The Big Somerset Cricket Bash for St Margaret’s.

"I’ve never watched the cricket before, but I am really excited to go and have a day out with my family and watch a game at the County Ground."

To participate in the Big Somerset Cricket Bash, tickets can be purchased on a first come first served basis from the St Margaret's Hospice website.

Adult tickets cost £35 while tickets for children aged 18 and under stand at £20.

Groups of 10 or more are eligible for a special discount, making the event a perfect outing for kin and colleagues alike.

With tickets already up for grabs, St Margaret’s Hospice invites one and all to partake in this unique experience of community and camaraderie.