See pictures and video from Ipswich’s Midnight Walk 2018

Chita Walkden in the rain. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

The rain failed to dampen the spirits of the thousands of people who turned out for the St Elizabeth Hospice Midnight Walk. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

Around 2,500 participants turned out in their neon and sparkle themed outfits to support St Elizabeth Hospice’s flagship event, before setting off from new venue Trinity Park.

The rain failed to dampen the spirits of the thousands of people who turned out for the St Elizabeth Hospice Midnight Walk. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

Maddy Tarry, Lesley Roper and Danielle Haworth. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

Upbeat performances from Just Jay Dance – and an energetic warm up from the Townsend Twins – spurred on the walkers as they embarked on six and 10 mile routes.

The rain failed to dampen the spirits of the thousands of people who turned out for the St Elizabeth Hospice Midnight Walk. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

Vanessa Girling and Hannah Stenning dancing in the rain. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

The rain failed to dampen the spirits of the thousands of people who turned out for the Midnight Walk. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

Crossing the finish line around midnight, challengers were presented with medals and a hot drink as their reward.

Fundraisers of all ages took part. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

The rain failed to dampen the spirits of the thousands of people who turned out for the St Elizabeth Hospice Midnight Walk. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

It’s not clear yet how much has been raised for the hospice – volunteers are busy counting up the total, which is due to be revealed later this year.

Walkers set out on a damp night. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

The rain failed to dampen the spirits of the thousands of people who turned out for the St Elizabeth Hospice Midnight Walk. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

The event raises tens of thousands of pounds for the hospice. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

Nicola Dennis and Tansy Cooper at the Midnight Walk start line. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)

Melanie Joseph and Belinda Stokes ready for the walk. Picture: SARAH LUCY BROWN (Image: Archant)