WALKERS turned out for a hospice’s annual walk through the countryside to raise thousands of pounds.

Almost 1,000 people took part in the Harris HospisCare Bluebell Walk, which started at Cudham recreation ground accompanied by music from the Village Green Stompers jazz band.

Children enjoyed a teddy bear hunt while animal lovers trekked through fields of horses, sheep and cows.

The hospice, based in Tregony Road, Orpington, hopes to raise around £30,000 from the event.

Fundraiser Simon Pitts said: “The turnout this year was incredible, especially considering the miserable weather, and we would like to thank every single person who attended and helped us raise the funds we so vitally need.”