Rise and shine: Leitrim town hosts morning climb in support of Darkness into Light
The third annual Darkness into Light Sheemore Hill climb will take place on May 16th
Next Saturday morning, Leitrim Village locals will host a Darkness into Light climb of Sheemore Hill in support of North West STOP, a local mental health charity, on May 16th.
The annual event, titled “Rise Up for North West STOP,” invites participants to ascend the 179-metre hill in the early hours, reaching the summit in time to witness the sunrise from beneath the iconic cross.
The event is in support of Mental Health Awareness month and is the third year of the fundraising event in Leitrim Village.
Due to limited parking at the base of Sheemore Hill, a shuttle bus will depart from St. Joseph’s Hall in Leitrim Village from 4:00 AM, transporting climbers to the starting point.
There is no registration fee for the event, but participants will need to book seats on the shuttle bus. Participants are encouraged to donate what they can.
Buses will return to The Leitrim Inn following the climb for hot beverages and croissants/scones afterwards.
The climb serves as a symbolic act of solidarity with those affected by mental health challenges and suicide, especially poignant given the absence of a Darkness into Light walk in Carrick-on-Shannon this year.
North West STOP provides free, confidential counselling services across the region and relies entirely on public donations to fund its work.
To register and secure a seat on the bus, contact North West S.T.O.P. on 071 9856070 or email [email protected]