Hot coal walk for cancer
Thursday 14th November 2024
Abbie Merriner
Hot coal walk for cancer
Thursday 14 November | 6pm-8.30pm
📍 Baltic Centre for Contemporary Art
Do something daring this autumn and raise funds for local people with cancer.
Walk on Fire outside Baltic, overlooking Newcastle Gateshead’s iconic quayside.
Fundraising Ticket £20 | Fundraising Target £80
Non-Fundraising Ticket £45
𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴
Walking on hot coals, known as fire walking, is an ancient practice in various cultures. Individuals walk barefoot on burning coals, which can reach temperatures up to 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit. Firewalkers navigate the path without burns or injuries due to the coals’ insulating ash and specific mental and physical techniques. Fire walking demonstrates human resilience and serves as a metaphor for overcoming fears and challenges in life.
𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
• Registration opens at 6pm at Baltic, Gateshead Quayside (NE8 3BA)
• Check-in, collect your Maggie’s T-shirt and Baltic tote bag and complete your event registration with FireWalk UK
• Your training will be 6.30pm-8.00pm
• You’ll then walk on fire outside on Baltic Square from 8.00pm-8.30pm
• Family and friends are welcome to spectate. During the training (6.30pm-8.00pm) there will be time to purchase hot drinks and snacks from Baltic Kitchen while waiting.
• There will be photographers on site with photos shared on social media after the event. We won’t be able to capture everyone on the night, so we encourage you to take your own photos too.
𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁
Fundraising ticket
1. Buy a fundraising ticket via Givewheel (top right)
2. Once purchased, click ‘Start a Fundraiser for this Event’ button to create your fundraising page
3. Join our Fire Walk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/BiQwPdEQ9C7vd55S/?mibextid=K35XfP
Non-fundraising ticket
1. Buy a non-fundraising ticket.
2. Join our Fire Walk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/BiQwPdEQ9C7vd55S/?mibextid=K35XfP
Most importantly, tell everyone why you’re supporting Maggie’s x Baltic.
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• Ages 18+ only
• Tickets must be purchased in advance
• Seek medical guidance if you’re currently taking any treatments that can cause sore feet as a side effect e.g. chemotherapy drug Capecitabine
Full Terms and Conditions: www.baltic.art/terms
If you have any questions please drop Maggie’s an email newcastle@maggies.org or give them a call on 0191 233 6605.