STEPPING out for sufferers of Alzheimer's on Sunday was television presenter Ruth Langsford.
The This Morning star swapped the studio sofa to join 300 others walking their choice of a 3km or 10km route around Denbies wine estate.
The walk raised £30,000 for the Alzheimer's Society and is one of hundreds of other sponsored walks taking place across the country in September.
Speaking after officially starting the event, Mrs Langsford said: "'It is an honour to be taking part here today at Denbies and to see all these people here to support the Alzheimer's Society work.
"Having lived through the experience with my dad, I know how difficult it can be, not just for the person with dementia, but also those around them. It's vital we keep on showing our support and come to wonderful events like this."
Leatherhead resident Craig Smith walked the route in memory of his mother. The 43-year-old said: "We're striding out today to make a better future for people with dementia.
"Moving forward, we need to raise more awareness and get funding for a cure, so people don't need to suffer like my mum."
Meanwhile Samantha Hewson and her fiancé, both of Crawley, were walking for their granddads Arthur and Jock.
She said: "We've both got family members who have dementia so we're stepping out today to contribute to Alzheimer's Society, a great cause which supports people with the condition."
