THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE are expected to arise from their slumber early on Saturday morning for the annual Darkness into Light walks.
550 people participated in the first Darkness into Light walk in Ennis in 2011, the number rose to over 3,500 in 2019.
Now, after a two year hiatus, walks will be taking place in Ennis, Sixmilebridge and Kilmihil. For the first time, the community of Whitegate will also be holding a walk in memory of the late, Michael Hynes.
Also for the first time, June Curtin will have a special Snamhaí Sasta in Spanish Point and Rosie McMahon will be hosting a swim at Ballyalla Lake in Ennis.
The annual fundraising event is organised by Pieta, who provide life-saving support services for those in suicidal distress and who have been bereaved through suicide.
Up to 200,000 people gathered around the globe in previous years to walk in solidarity with those experiencing dark times and the organisers are encouraging people to get their groups together once again.
