27-year-old Jess Meakin is taking on the Fire Walk challenge for a second time in support of St Barnabas Hospice.
Taking place at William Farr School on 15th March, Jess will feel the burn once again as she walks across hot coals, all while raising vital funds and taking the ultimate step to support hospice care.
In October 2023 Jess, alongside the group she completed the challenge with, raised an impressive £875 for St Barnabas. 
Jess says: “I was inspired to take part in the Fire Walk last year as I have lost many loved ones who were supported by St Barnabas Hospice, and I wanted to give back to the charity that supported my loved ones in their time of need.”
Fire Walk is one of the most challenging, adrenaline-fuelled journeys and it’s exactly as it sounds: a barefoot walk over red-hot embers, measuring 600°C.
Looking back on her experience, Jess comments: “Completing the Fire Walk gave me a huge sense of achievement, knowing that I had put myself out of my comfort zone to raise money for such an amazing cause, to help the selfless staff at St Barnabas help others.
“I felt reflective of the hard times that my loved ones had experienced and wished they had been there to watch and laugh as I walked on fire.”
Take part in this challenge alongside Jess and raise vital funds for local hospice care. With guidance from firewalking experts, you’ll be fully prepared to conquer the heat and earn your medal at the finish line. Every step you take will support dignity and care in your community, and we will support you all the way.
Jess continues: “I would recommend anyone who can to take part in the Fire Walk. It’s such a fun, buzzing environment and something different. Not only that, but by taking part you’re contributing to making even the smallest difference to someone’s life, their loved ones’ lives, and the Hospice in general.”
Jess shares her advice for those considering doing the Fire Walk challenge this year: “Don’t think twice about getting signed up and doing it, it is so worth it.”
As well as a brilliant crowd who will fan the flames with their cheers, we’ll be in the company of local food suppliers – including Charlie Bobanelli’s pizza & Fleurs Kitchen crepes and refreshments, for a well-earned treat after your challenge.
Sign up today for just £30 and fundraise £100 in sponsorship, to help us continue providing compassionate care across Lincolnshire. Alternatively, you can pay £130 in full to secure your place.
To sign up for the Fire Walk challenge, visit: https://stbarnabashospice.co.uk/events/firewalk-2025/
In loving memory of G