A walk is taking place in Kilkenny today to raise funds and awareness of organ donation

A special event’s being held in Kilkenny today to raise funds and awareness of organ donation.

A ‘Virtual Walk’ is taking place in Silaire Wood, organised by the Kilkenny Branch of the Irish Kidney Association.

Graiguenamangh woman Bridget Langton will be among those taking part, after receiving her own kidney transplant 25 years ago.

She’s urging locals to join her for the good cause. ”Come join us this morning, we are starting at 11am and it is all for a vey worthy cause. All people are welcome.