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7 March 2017

Blind Veterans UK

Disability Support, Events, Fund-raising, fundraising, Health, Sport, Veterans, Welfare

Contractor from Horsham to take on three marathons in three days

A woman from Horsham is preparing to compete in an incredible three marathons in three consecutive days, with half the money raised going to Blind Veterans UK, the national charity for vision-impaired ex-Service men and women.

Sarah McCarthy, 50 and originally from East Grinstead, will be competing in the Jurassic Coast Challenge, a three day challenge beginning on March 24. The picturesque coastal route will see participants begin in Charmouth, before heading through to Weymouth, Portland and Lulworth Cove, ultimately finishing in Shell Bay.

7 March 2017

Blind Veterans UK

Disability Support, Events, Fund-raising, fundraising, Health, Remembrance, Sport, Veterans, Welfare

University lecturer from Chapel St Leonards to take on mammoth 100k challenge for military charity

A man from Chapel St Leonards is training to compete in a 100k walk across the Yorkshire Dales for Blind Veterans UK, the national charity for vision-impaired ex-Service men and women.

Jack Christian, 63, is a university lecturer at Manchester Metropolitan University, teaching business students on ethics and sustainability. It was due to what he describes as a strange sequence of events that he finds himself in preparation for the ultra-challenge.

2 March 2017

The Not Forgotten

Events, Fund-raising, fundraising, Remembrance, Veterans, Welfare

Concerts Provide Health Benefits For Care Home Residents

Research shows that music can have a powerful therapeutic effect on those living in care, particularly on older people with dementia.

Since it was founded for ‘the comfort, cheer and entertainment’ of servicemen injured in WWI, The Not Forgotten Association has organised annual concert programmes in ex-service care homes across the UK. This year’s series, which will provide fun, entertainment and a much-needed boost to over 4,000 people, has just begun with 10 concerts in Scotland.

2 March 2017

Army Benevolent Fund

Army, Fund-raising, fundraising, Remembrance, Serving, Sport, Veterans, Welfare

Everest hero to tell his inspiring story at RGS talk

Veteran Les Binns, who served for 13 years with the Light Dragoons and lost his sight in one eye after an IED explosion in 2009, will be returning to Everest later this year for a second attempt to conquer the legendary summit.

2 March 2017

Army Benevolent Fund

Army, Fund-raising, fundraising, Remembrance, Serving, Sport, Veterans, Welfare

Soldier to take on epic desert race for ABF The Soldiers’ Charity

In 2017, Captain John Ford, Scots Guards, will be taking on one of the world’s toughest physical challenges to raise money for The Soldiers’ Charity.

Captain Ford, will be competing in the Marathon des Sables, a 156-mile race held in the deserts of North Africa.

2 March 2017

Blind Veterans UK

Disability Support, Events, Fund-raising, fundraising, Health, Remembrance, Sport, Veterans, Welfare

Suffolk blind veteran to take on mammoth 100k challenge for military charity

A blind veteran from Bury St. Edmunds is preparing to embark on a 100 kilometre walking challenge for Blind Veterans UK, the national charity for vision-impaired Service men and women.

Colin Penaluna, 55, will be taking on the challenge for the second time with his guide, Russell Deamer, an advertising professional from Burgess Hill, Sussex, with whom Colin has previously conquered the immense challenge.

28 February 2017

Blind Veterans UK

Disability Support, Events, Fund-raising, fundraising, Welfare

HRH The Countess of Wessex opens new facility in Llandudno supporting blind and limbless veterans learning vital “life skills”

A new facility supporting veterans who have lost their sight, limbs, or both, has been opened by Her Royal Highness The Countess of Wessex GCVO at a military charity’s training and rehabilitation centre in Llandudno, North Wales.

Built in partnership between Blind Veterans UK and Blesma, The Limbless Veterans, this new “Life Skills” building will provide a rehabilitation environment to support essential life skills for independent living. The facility will support veterans who have lost their sight, limbs, or both, with a particular focus on supporting those who may be at risk of becoming homeless.

28 February 2017

Support Our Paras

Announcements, Army, Events, Fund-raising, fundraising, Remembrance, Sport, Welfare

Military Charity Discount Entry to the PARAS’10

The PARAS’10 is the ultimate endurance challenge, based on the fabled P Company selection week test: 10 miles as a Run or ‘Tab’ – in boots and 35lbs Bergen. www.paras10.com This authentic military challenge is now in its 6th year at Colchester (Sun 21 May) and 10th year at Catterick (Sun 03 Sept). Take part as individuals or in teams of 4 – with trophies at stake for both Run and Tab. There’s even a PARAS’2 for Kids 8-14 – a 2 mile fun run with trophies up for grabs in three age groups. The Red Devils drop in to make a great day out for the family.

22 February 2017

Blind Veterans UK

Disability Support, Events, Families, Fund-raising, fundraising, Welfare

Look and feel a million dollars and help raise money for local military charity

A local military charity will be showcasing a range of products and treatments at a Pop Up Spa this March.

The Blind Veterans UK Pop Up Spa Night will be taking place at St. George’s Hotel, Llandudno on Thursday 23 March. Amongst the exhibitors will be Arbonne Skin Care, Lotus Yoga Studio, MD Hair & Beauty and many more.

16 February 2017

The Not Forgotten

Events, Fund-raising, fundraising, Remembrance, Sport, Veterans, Welfare

Injured Afghan Veteran Running Marathon Des Sables For Two Service Charities

Colour Sergeant Martin Wilson was serving in Afghanistan with 2 Para in 2011 when he was shot in the head. Due to the extent of his injuries, Martin had to learn to read, write and talk again, showing remarkable determination and bravery. Several service charities have supported him during his recovery, but Martin will say that the NFA has stood closest to him throughout and has given him a purpose.

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