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.
Bristol half marathon - 5 September 2010
Do you want to run a sponsored half marathon for stroke?
8,500 people take part each year, making it one of the biggest half marathons in the country.
The Bristol half marathon will start and finish in Bristol’s historic Harbourside. Its scenic, sea-level route will take runners around the old city, past the Harbourside, out and back along the Portway, through the stunning Avon Gorge, and twice under Brunel’s famous Clifton Suspension Bridge.
For more information and to apply for a Gold Bond place, call Chris Welch on 0117 953 1200.
Castle 2 Castle Challenge 2010 - 19 September 2010
Join up to 300 cyclists on Sunday 19 September 2010 on The Stroke Association's second Castle 2 Castle cycle challenge from Berkeley Castle to Chepstow Castle or vice versa on a route that takes you over the famous old Severn Bridge.
For more information and to register call 0117 953 1200 or email c2ccyclingchallenge@stroke.org.uk
The Big Fun Run at Cheltenham Racecourse – Sunday 3 October 2010
Why not join others at the Big Fun Run 5K at the Cheltenham Racecourse on Sunday 3 October 2010. Run for The Stroke Association and contact the charity for your Official Charity Entry discount and 2 for 1 free entry coupon, and to find out how to register for the event. All the charity then asks is that your raise £50 or more.
For more information please contact Stephen Chesworth on 0117 953 1200
Castle Combe - Saturday 23 October 2010
Join us on for an exciting experience and the thrill of riding in a wide choice of classic and racing cars around the Castle Combe Race Circuit.
Find out more at the Castle Combe page.
Sip for Stroke in Spring - Spring 2010
Join The Stroke Association in the South West and 'Sip for Stroke in Spring'.
All you need to do is organise a coffee morning or tea party, however big or small in your community, school, home or place of work and raise money for The Stroke Association by charging for hot or cold drinks, holding a bring and buy sale, selling cakes or organising a raffle.
We can provide posters, invitations and leaflets to help publicise your event and make it more successful.
For more information contact Chris Welch on 0117 953 1200.
Skydive for stroke
The Stroke Association is looking for adventurous people from the South West to do a fundraising skydive. The skydives normally take place at:
- Dunkerswell Aerodrome near Honiton, Devon
- Cornwall Airfield near Perranporth, Cornwall
- Salisbury and Swindon Airfields, Wiltshire
- Cirencester Airfield, Gloucestershire.
Thrill seekers will each complete a 'Tandem Skydive' from 10,000 feet whilst strapped to a professional instructor.
No experience is necessary as full training will be provided, and if you raise the minimum sponsorship you will make your jump for free.
So if you like the idea of making an exhilerating skydive from 10,00 feet contact John Williams on 01392 447363 or Chris Welch on 0117 953 1200 for a full information pack and everything you will need to take part in the experience of a lifetiime.
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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