'He's an absolute inspiration': Hundreds join Charlie Bird on charity walk

Charlie Bird leading the 5km Charlie Bird Hand of Friendship Walk with Samaritans in Avondale Forest Park, Co Wicklow. Picture: Fergal Phillips

Hundreds of people have joined Charlie Bird as part of his Hand of Friendship Walk in aid of Samaritans and to raise awareness for motor neurone disease (MND).

The veteran broadcaster, who was diagnosed with MND in 2021, organised the walk at Avondale Forest Park, Wicklow, and was joined by wife Claire and their dog Tiger as well as volunteers and supporters.