This Sunday will see Pembroke Dock native Margaret Davies setting out on a solo 100 mile walk to celebrate the 100 years that women have officially been part of the British Army in a non-nursing role.

Margaret who now lives in Worcester, was born and raised in Pembroke Dock, attending Albion Square Junior School and Pembroke Grammar School before joining the Women’s Royal Army Corps in 1971.

“I am doing it to raise the profile of the Women’s Royal Army Corps Association and to raise a total of £2,000 for the Women’s Royal Army Corps Association and Cancer Research UK.

“After completing my commission I re-trained so I am also an ex-teacher who had to retire on ill-health following treatment for breast cancer.

“When, post treatment, I suffered panic attacks and a crisis of confidence it was the comradeship and support offered by members of the Women’s Royal Army Corps Association which helped (and still helps) me fight the demons that a life-threatening illness can produce.

“I have also chosen to raise funds for Cancer Research UK as without their work I would not be alive.

Margaret starts her walk at the Women’s Royal Army Corps Association plot at the National Memorial Arboretum, Alrewas, Staffordshire and, after walking the canal towpaths of the midlands, will finish 100 miles later at the Women’s Royal Army Corps Association AGM at the Crown Plaza Hotel, Stratford upon Avon at 10 am on Saturday, March 18.

You can follow Margaret’s blog by clicking on the following link: margdavieswalks.blogspot.co.uk

You can also make a donation or find out more through my fundraising page at: http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/MargaretDaviesWRAC