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Pupils and staff at Risca Comprehensive will be walking two miles this weekend to raise money for the school’s Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) centre.

The annual ‘Walkies for Autism’ event, which usually lasts around 45 minutes, will be held at Cwmcarn Forest from 10.45am on Sunday April 14.

Members of the public are welcome to join in with the walk and bring their dogs.

The school’s ASC centre is for young people with autism aged between 11 and 16, who receive support and learn key skills.

Funds raised at previous walks have gone towards the centre’s garden area to create a space for pupils to improve their confidence and self-esteem, and also towards its allotment and sensory garden.

Teacher Deb Howells, who oversees the school’s ASC centre, said: “This year the school are looking at continuing the development of the plot so we can plant more veggies etc. Last year we made chutneys and jams from the produce.”

Headteacher Martin Hulland said: “I am delighted to see this event back on the school calendar for 2024. It is extremely well attended and I have no doubt that will also be the case this year.

“Many thanks to the organisers, and to everyone who takes part.”

Contact taffyterrier@gmail.com to register to take part in the walk, or visit GoFundMe to make a donation.