Baton of Hope comes to Torbay on 30 September
- The Baton of Hope is the UK's largest suicide prevention initiative.
- This national event will see the baton carried across the UK.
- It's like the Olympic torch but it celebrates mental wellbeing and honours those lost to suicide.
- Torbay hosts a one-day leg of the tour on Tuesday 30 September.
- It's the only area in the South West to be part of the 2025 tour.
- Suicide survivors and those bereaved by suicide will help carry the baton.
- The baton walking route will go through Torquay, Paignton and Brixham and feature events and activities along the way.
- It will end with a final celebration event with entertainment for all.
- The day is being organised by the Torbay Suicide Prevention Partnership.
- We're a member of the partnership along with other organisations.
- The partnership coordinates suicide prevention activity.
The BIG Show of Hope gala fundraiser!
The Torbay Baton of Hope will culminate in a BIG Show of Hope gala fundraiser at the Riviera International Centre featuring comedian Hal Cruttenden, Teignmouth born X-Factor finalist Luke Friend and cabaret compere Ada Campe.
The evening promises a night of comedy, magic, music and, most importantly, hope.
Each ticket bought enters you into a raffle for a chance to win top-quality prizes and all profits go to the Torbay Suicide Prevention Legacy Fund.