A sunrise charity walk has raised more than £3,000 to support lifesaving services.
The 5km Dawn Walk, organised by Basingstoke Samaritans to mark World Mental Health Day, took place on October 10, starting at 7am.
A total of 38 walkers took part, including the Madam Mayor, four helpers from the Basingstoke Deane Rotary Club, and six dogs.
Tina Pickering, branch director at Basingstoke Samaritans, said: "You don’t have to be an expert; just being there to listen and showing you care can help.
"Letting them know they’re not a burden and there’s always someone they can turn to."
Participants paused during the walk to watch the sunrise at 7.20am.
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Funds raised from the event will help recruit and train 22 new Samaritans listening volunteers.
A spokesperson for Basingstoke Samaritans said: "Our JustGiving site is still open until the end of the month if anyone would like to donate."
The Dawn Walk aims to raise awareness of mental health issues and help fund their lifesaving services.
To learn more about Basingstoke Samaritans, visit samaritans.org/branches/basingstoke/.
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