Memorial Cricket Match (July 10)
Despite a lapse in the glorious weather, there was a good turnout again for the annual cricket match. Many thanks to all those who helped make the day so enjoyable, if a little severe on the waistline. As always, our Special Correspondent was following the match with great interest -
follow this link for his report. The day itself raised nearly £900, before taking into account Rupert Maude’s donation from “Little Lumpy” - see below.
Little Lumpy Sportif (May 10)
On Sunday 16 May, Rupert Maude organised “Little Lumpy”, a cycling event starting from Haslemere. 530 riders of all abilities were attracted by the three courses of 32 miles, 65 miles and the incredibly demanding Epic of 108 miles with almost 7,000 feet of ascent. The route took the riders out to South Harting and the surrounding countryside. The day was a huge logistical effort and Rupert donated the proceeds of £3,000 to the Trust. He is seen here presenting the cheque to Trust Chair Phil Williams at the Memorial Cricket Match.
Neil’s 62 Mile Challenge (May 10)
Neil Smith is running 62 miles in eight races this year, including the Great South Run, Europe's leading 10 mile road race, five 10km races and his first half marathon, to raise money for the Trust. He is just over halfway through his challenge, having finished the BUPA 10k on 31 May and said: “with a sprint from the '400m to go' sign I achieved a new personal best of 40.52 and finished 231st out of over 13,000 entries so was delighted overall. That's 32.8 miles down - only 30 to go so more than half way ... It's my first ever half marathon next so really looking forward to that.” Neil’s last three races are:
Seaford half marathon (15.8.10)
Dunsfold 10k (22.8.10)
Great South Run 10 miles (24.10.10)
London Marathon (April 10)
Jenny Hinton (Wilk) completed the London Marathon, despite having her training cut short due to illness. This is her second London Marathon, and adds to the Shakespeare marathon that she ran to raise funds for us two years ago. It’s the first time that anyone has run London for the Trust - but hopefully not the last! After the run Jenny said “I did it! Completed the London Marathon in 4 hours and 27 minutes! It was hard work but the crowd support was amazing and really kept me going. It was an honour to be running for such a worthwhile cause- thank you all for your donations.”
Brighton Marathon (April 10)
Tom Palmer and Justin Futers both ran the Brighton Marathon on 18 April in aid of the Trust.
Tom was running as the child of one of his close friend, Elliot Bower (pictured here) is receiving out patient support from Ben’s Nurse and has raised nearly £1,300.
For Justin, this was his sixth marathon. Justin said “having lived in Grayswood for twelve years, I decided to show support to a local charity and learnt of the Ben Williams Trust as the family live in my village.”
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