Fundraising in the South West
We raise vital funds to help people affected by stroke by organising fundraising events. This page contains details of fundraising events and opportunities in the South West.
See which events are happening in the South West.
Sip for Stroke in Spring – Spring 2012
Invite your friends, family and work colleagues to help change lives and have fun this Spring! Hold a coffee morning or tea party and support The Stroke Association.
You can 'Sip for Stroke' anywhere, at your work, in your home, in your school or in your local village hall or with any community group you are part of.
As well as charging for hot drinks, why not hold a bring and buy sale, a bake-off, cake sale, raffle or auction, to maximize the funds you can raise for The Stroke Association.
To take part Sip for Stroke in Spring and to register and receive a Sip for Stroke pack contact Chris Welch on 0117 953 1200 or email chris.welch@stroke.org.uk
Bath Half Marathon 2012 – 11 March 2012
The Bath Half Marathon is one of the UK's leading road races. The race is one of the most popular running events in the UK and takes place in one of the most beautiful cities in the country, with its Georgian architecture and buildings and Roman Baths.
Now that the public ballot is closed, The Stroke Association is appealing for runners to apply for Gold Bond places for the Bath Half Marathon, on Sunday 11 March 2012 to run for the UK's leading national stroke charity.
The Bath Half Marathon is also considered one of the best and most timely runs, as it is a great warm up for the London Marathon and Brighton Marathon.
The flat course crosses both banks of the River Avon. It starts and finishes on the stunning Georgian boulevards of Great Pulteney Street.
To qualify for a Gold Bond place you have to pay an administration fee of £39 and pledge to raise a recommended £175.
The Stroke Association would also like to hear from those runners who have managed to secure a place in the ballot and want to run for the Stroke Association.
For more information and to book a Gold Bond place, contact Chris Welch on 0117 953 1200. Email chris.welch@stroke.org.uk
5K Resolution Run 2012 – Escot Park, 18 March 2012
Fulfil your New Year’s resolution to get into shape and help charities in their vital work. The Stroke Association offers you the chance to do both.
Join others at the second 5K Resolution Run at Escot Park, Ottery St. Mary near Exeter, on Sunday 18 March 2012.
The multi-terrain Course stretches over the outstanding and beautiful Escot Park Estate with its extensive parkland and woods. Taking part in this event will give you the change to view and experience these fantastic grounds.
In addition, by signing up for the 5K Resolution Run, taking regular exercise and following a healthier lifestyle, you could reduce your own chances of having a stroke in the future.
To find out more about taking part in this event please ring 01392 447363. Email john.williams@stroke.org.uk
Spring Leap National Skydive
The Stroke Association is looking for adventurous people from across the UK to take part in its Spring Leap National Skydive.
In the South West the Spring Leap Skydive is taking place at the Old Sarum airfield at Salisbury, Wiltshire on Saturday 17 March 2012, where a team of brave thrill seekers will each complete a 'Tandem Skydive' from 10,000 feet attached to a professional instructor.
No experience is necessary as training is given on the day of the jump by professional instructors, and also, if you raise £395 you jump for free!
For more details and to register call Chris Welch on 0117 953 1200. Email chris.welch@stroke.org.uk
Marathons and half marathons
If you would like to raise money for The Stroke Association by taking part in a marathon or half marathon please contact John Williams on 01392 447363, or Chris Welch on 0117 953 1200 for sponsorship support and information.
For more information about all fundraising events in the South West please contact Stephen Chesworth, John Williams or Chris Welch.
Details of forthcoming national fundraising events can be found in the fundraising events section.
Joint fundraising with stroke clubs
The Stroke Association would like to forge closer links with affiliated stroke clubs through joint fundraising initiatives. If any club is interested in joining The Stroke Association to raise funds more information is available from John Williams or Chris Welch.
Find out more about stroke clubs in the South West
Volunteering
The Stroke Association is looking to recruit volunteers throughout the South West in a variety of roles. For more information please contact the Fundraising Team.
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