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A huge thank you to all of the inspirational people who make such a difference and share their stories with us.
If you want to have your story published on the website, please send it to:
Email: web@muscular-dystrophy.org
Post: Muscular Dystrophy Campaign, 61 Southwark Street, London, SE1 0HL
Nick Rees' abseil in Bedford
Nick Rees completed an abseil down a 130 foot building in Bedford. Read about his awesome experience.Read about the Abseil
Claire and Leon's experience on the Sahara Trek
Claire O'Hanlon and Leon Daly have very close connections to muscular dystrophy. They recently took part in the Sahara Trek in October 2007. Read about their incredible experience
Andrew Coker Everest Cycle
Read about Andrew Coker's 3 week cycle across the "Roof of the World."Read more about the cycle
Nicola's Wedding Day
Nicola's wedding fundraiserNicola's wedding day
Keeley and Les's Wedding
Read about the newlyweds who asked for donations instead of presents.Read their story
The White Mountain & Gran Paradiso
We stayed – wordless – on the summit for about 15 minutes, sitting on the cold, snow covered rock and staring out into space as the sun finished its own ascent in the skies behind us...Read about their incredible climb
Salisbury Branch Duck Dash
25 years after the first Salisbury Duck Dash this ‘quackers’ event was held again this year on 23 September at the Boathouse Inn.Read more about the event
Pedal for a Medal 2007
The 16th annual Pedal for a Medal cycle ride in Plymouth saw 200 riders set off onto Dartmoor National Park to complete their chosen 7, 20 or 35 mile route. Read more about the race
Neville Harris runs the Great North Run for MDC
Four years ago, Neville Harris ran in the Windsor half-marathon on behalf of MDC. This year, after receiving an invite from his old friend Ed Warner (Chairman of UK Athletics) he decided to run for MDC again in the Great North Run.Read about his race
Tynedale Branch Christmas CD
Buy your Christmas Crackers CD. A fantastic CD created by members of the Tynedale Branch and the Women's Institute.Find out more about the CD
For love of Isaac
Trevor and Linda Perry lose weight in their sponsored slim after their Grandson Isaac was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy and raise an amazing £2000.Read more about Isaac
Emma France swims the Channel
More people have climbed Everest, or gone into space, than have completed this challenge. At the end of last year only 262 women had ever achieved this.Read more about this amazing challenge
Dublin2Dumbarton
Jay Graham and Mark Warner are attempting the 200 mile cycle to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy CampaignJay and Mark's story
To the Azores and Back
Miles Ashley will be sailing all the way to the Azores and back to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign. He has already completed some amazing challenges whilst training for this great adventure.Read more about Miles Ashley
Laura and Kate's story
Laura and Kate's build up to the Sahara trek and their reasons for attempting this extrodinary challenge.Read more about their Sahara story so far...
Bob's Big Bike Ride
Bob Abbott is cycling all the way from Lands End to John O'Groats, raising money for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign.Read more about Bob Abbotts challenge
Peck Publications
After spending 55 years working in dark rooms, John Peck has gone digital! On this momentous occasion he has produced a limited edition of prints of the photograph on the front cover of his book, Painting a mine with light. Read more about Peck Publications and how you can buy a limited edition print
Exmouth Branch Treasurer's 90th Birthday
Happy Birthday Margery Watts!Read more about Margery's celebrations
Devon - Derby Cycle ride
This is a 300 mile cycle from Devon to Derby. Two 20 year olds will be setting off in late July and aim to complete their journey in just 10 days.Read more about the cycle ride
13,000 ft fundraiser
On Sunday 8 April, Karen Winn, Tracy Sklenar, Michelle Wellon, Shirley Chapman and Steve Hammond completed a Tandem Skydive in aid of the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign.Read more about this high-flying fundraiser
Run for Owain
Run for Owain is a group of MSD fundraising activities based on physical exertion - challenging able bodied supporters in order to raise money for research into cures for muscular dystrophy.
Run for Owain
Thames Walk
Four friends are walking the length of the River Thames, from the head at Cirencester (source) to the Thames Barrier - an astounding 184 miles! Thames 184 mile walk
4inarow
Four collegues are attempting to row all 60 miles of the Caledonian Canal from Fort William, through Loch Ness finishing in Inverness, in only 2 days. Read more about this challenging fundraiser
Pauline & David's fundraiser
Instead of receiving gifts at their Ruby wedding party, Pauline and David Millard asked for donations to the charity insteadRead their story
2007 in 2007
Paul, Lynda and Robert are attempting to reach the number 2007 in a number of different activities throughout the year 2007.For more information about this challenge
The Sky’s the limit for Victoria Barr
A brave lady from Kings Heath, who has a muscle wasting disease, took to the sky on Sunday 20 August 2006, when she jumped out of plane to raise money for a charity close to her heart.Victoria Barr's skydiving challenge
Closure of the Bath branch
After twelve years of active fundraising and support the Bath Branch sadly closed in 2006.More about the work of the Bath branch
Medway Branch
A relativey new group, the Medway Branch is looking for volunteers to join their successful team of fundraisers. Here is a taste of what they achieved in 2006.More about the Branch
Royal Forest of Dean Branch celebrates 30th anniversary
The Branch's Chairman celebrates the achievements of the group and its fundraising efforts over the last 30 years.Read Lifa's story
The London Triathlon - a personal experience
Jessica Leitch not only completed the London Triathlon - a gruelling combination of swimming, cycling and running - finishing third in her age group, she also raised money for the Muscular Dystrophy CampaignRead Jessica's story
Gowerton School Fun Run
To help raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign, Gowerton School holds an annual fun run in association with the South West Wales BranchRead about the fundraising
York Dragon Boat Fundraiser
A team took part for the first time in the York Dragon Boat Race, helping to raise nearly £4,000 for the charity.Read an account of the race
Jean gets active for Tomas
An 81-year-old pensioner from Bourne End, Bucks was inspired to take part in the Hydro Active Woman’s Challenge in Hyde Park on Sunday 3 September, after meeting a local boy with muscular dystrophy.Read Jean's story
Marathon des Sables
In April 2005 James Shelton completed the marathon des Sables (one of the most challenging) and managed an impressive 129th out of 777 (12th Brit out of 224) raising £3,300 for Muscular Dystrophy Campaign in the process. Here is his story....James' story
Devizes to Westminster Canoe Fundraiser
James Church, who has Becker muscular dystrophy, tackled the tough 125 mile water trip to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy CampaignMore about James' canoe trip
The Tandem Skydive
Louise Scotter, who has FSH, learnt to fly a plane and is attempting a tandem skydive in July to raise money.More about Louise's story
Fundraising Fun Run
A team of fun runners raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign at the Mayor’s charity 10km fun run in Enfield.Read more about the fun run
Medicine Ball Scores Winner
Over 200 people enjoyed a great night at the Medicine Ball, organised by the Medway Branch. The evening, which raised £8,500, was attended by the Medway Branch President Mr Paul Clark MP.Medicine Ball
From Lands End to John O'Groats
Read about Paul O'Brien's fundraising cycle ride from one of the UK to the other. He is raising money for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign after his son was diagnosed with Becker muscular dystrophy last year.Read Paul's story
A Fundraising Birthday Bash
Pauline Howes' 50th birthday became a fundraising celebration in honour of her late son, Charlie.Read her story
Lido Legends' Cross Channel Swim
A chance to read about the adventures of the Guildford Lido Legends, who swam the channel to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign.Read their story
A nautical fundraising adventure
Sailing alone in a single sail yacht along the South Western coast, from Falmouth to Fowey, is an impressive feat. Even more so when you're only 10-years-old.Read about Ollie Graffy's adventure.
A nautical fundraising adventure
Sophie Hughes' Festive Fundraiser
Sophie Hughes, whose nine-year-old brother has myotubular myopathy, came up with the idea of selling home-made Christmas cards to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign.Read her story
The Town & Gown
The Town & Gown, a 10k race around the quaint streets of Oxford, is held every May. It continues to be a huge success, and is now in its 24th year. Over 3,000 competitors took part this year and between them they raised a fantastic £42,000 for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign.Here's an opportunity to read an account of a record-breaking competitor's experience in the Town & Gown.
James Lewis's Town and Gown Race
Sponsored Bike Ride by Toni Godfrey
Read about 15-year old Toni Godfrey whose cousin Jack has duchenne musculay dystrophy. Toni recently too part in a sponsored bike ride and raised £250Sponsored Bike Ride
Sponsored bike ride by Jamie Casser
Inspired by Toni Godfrey and her cousin Jack, nine-year-old Jamie Cassar, hopped on his bike to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Campaign.Read Jamie's story
25th Anniversary of the Town and Gown Race
The Town and Gown Race in an annual event held in Oxford. This year it celebrates its 25th anniversary and has raised a staggering £500,000 for Muscular Dystrophy Campaign. Read about the race's not so humble beginnings in Blenhiem Park ...Read about the race
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