The late spring bank holiday in May sees Brands Hatch, one of the world’s premier race circuits, play host to an extra special sporting event, as the Chartwell Children’s Cancer Trust will be bringing hundreds of people together to raise funds in the fight against cancer.
The Chartwell Children’s Cancer Trust is a small, dynamic charity working to support oncology patients and families living with cancer and leukaemia, in collaboration with hospitals across London. It was the Chartwell Trust’s fund-raising through its Lily Pad Appeal that provided a vital £750,000 towards the building and equipping of the new children’s wing at Croydon’s Mayday Hospital.
The charity is calling on people from across London and the south-east to join them on May 27 in the biggest ever fundraiser in their history – with a chance to cycle, run or amble around Brands Hatch in Fawkham, Kent, raising sponsorship money for charity.
Cyclists, runners and walkers alike will converge for a unique opportunity to experience the thrill of Brands Hatch, 12 times the venue for the F1 British Grand Prix, with special guest Olympic cyclist, Brian Smith, commentating from the Grandstand.
RACE: TT Team Cycle Challenge An exhilarating challenge for club and experienced riders, where teams of five will compete against the clock, covering 25 laps. Managed by Flamme Rouge Events, this challenge is set to push participants to their limits.
RIDE: Sponsored Family Fun Cycle Ride round the track at your own pace. Complete as many laps in 90 minutes to claim a well-deserved medal. Best of all, it is free to enter for sponsored riders!
RUN: Sponsored Family Run and 10km Run Lace up those trainers and hit the circuit in a rare opportunity that runners, joggers, and walkers will not want to miss. Medals for all participants.
Beyond the track, there will be a family-friendly festival with bouncy castles, hot air balloons, pony rides, face painting, novelty stalls, a DJ, and much more.
Most importantly, the funds raised will help to transform cancer care for young people across London by equipping patients with AV1 No isolation Robots – ground-breaking technology that facilitates education and connection during and after treatment –to ensure they do not suffer disadvantage or exclusion due to illness.
“We are hugely proud to be taking on this challenge and staging an event we hope caters for everyone, offering opportunities for people of all ages and abilities, to participate, raise funds spectate, and create lasting memories with family, friends, and colleagues.”
said Michael Douglas, a trustee at the Trust.
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