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Upcoming Fundraising Events in 2018/2019 in aid of Helen Rollason Cancer Charity.

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Check out our latest list of upcoming events in aid of the Helen Rollason Cancer Charity.

XmasPartyChristmas Gift & Food Fair 2018
When: Saturday 24th and Sunday 25th November 2018 at Chelmsford City Race Course from 10am.
When: Sunday 2nd December at Firstsite, Colchester from 10am.
What: We will be showcasing independent retailers who will stock a variety of items for Christmas including gifts, homeware, jewellery, art, books, toys, gourmet delights and much more.

London Landmarks Half Marathon
When: Sunday 24th March 2019 from 8am.
Where: City of London.
What: From cultural landmarks and heritage to the city’s quirky and hidden secrets, runners get to explore the capital on a route like no other during this closed road central London run. We have guaranteed places so get in touch or if you have been successful in your ballot application and be part of Team Helen!

Rural Ramble 2019
When: Saturday 13th April 2019 from 10am.
Where: The Forgotten Gardens of Easton Lodge, Easton Lodge, Little Easton, Dunmow CM6 2BD
What: Enjoy a unique opportunity to walk around the gardens, and take part in our 1 mile, 4 mile or 10 mile walk around the beautiful surrounding countryside, with a delicious cream tea waiting for you at the end.

The Virgin Money London Marathon 2019
When: Sunday 28th April 2019 from 8am.
Where: City of London.
What: Run for Team Helen; starting in historical Greenwich and finishing in The Mall leading to Buckingham Palace, this world-renowned route takes in many of London’s top sights whilst hundreds of thousands of supporters line the streets.

Ride for Helen 2019
When: Sunday 19th May 2019 from 8am.
Where: The Crix, London Road, Hatfield Peverel, CM3 2EU
What: Our annual cycle ride is one of the region’s biggest and best cycling events, offering a choice of cycling routes to suit all capabilities; 6 miles, 15 miles, 35 miles, 65 miles and 100 miles.

Vintage Fair

Vintage Fair 2019
When: Sunday 30th June 2019 from 10.30am.
Where: Cressing Temple Barns, Witham Road, Braintree, CM77 8PD.
What: Celebrating its 10th year, vintage and retro lovers are invited to roll back the years and dress to impress for our extremely popular Vintage Fair; a family friendly day filled with live music, dancing, food, hundreds of classic cars and an abundance of vintage stalls selling homeware, fashion, jewellery, pre-loved furniture and more.

The Big Battle 2019
When: Sunday 29th September 2019 from 11am.
Where: Secret Nuclear Bunker, Kelvedon Hatch, Brentwood CM15 0LA
What: Prepare to get muddy as a personal trainer escorts you around the 5k course which will see you take on the famous Nuclear Races obstacles including the zip wire into water and death slide.

To find out more about any of our upcoming events or if you are a corporate and interested in sponsoring an event call the Fundraising Office on 01245 380719 or email fundraising@helenrollason.org.uk

 

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Tom Carr

I worked as a urologist with a special interest in cancer until my retirement in 2016. The patient journey with a new cancer is now often long and complex. Many need help to live their best life after treatment. Simple survival and the absence of cancer is not enough, feeling well and whole again is the goal. Social and psychological support makes all the difference. I am happy to help Helen’s charity to deliver that.

Kully Byatt

I have retired following a career at a senior management level in a range of sectors specialising in Human Resources, Project Management, Coaching and Mentoring skills. In addition since 2000 I have undertaken a number of voluntary Trustee roles for a range of organisations.

Through my desire to give back to a Charity that my mother personally benefitted from by utilising Complementary Therapies, I have for a couple of years volunteered for Helen Rollason Cancer Charity in the Retail Team and more recently this has inspired me to take up the role of Trustee so that I can contribute to the governance of HRCC in continuing to deliver vital services that benefit the community.

Jacqui Goulbourn

I’m a qualified accountant with over 20 years experience working in the NHS in Essex and beyond.  I know how vital charities in the healthcare arena are, to fill in where government funding doesn’t reach.  As a volunteer Trustee, I am pleased to be able to offer my skills and experience to help HRCC deal with these challenges, allowing staff to have a greater focus on providing services to the clients.

Friederike Englund

I am a cancer nurse by background and have supported those affected by cancer for over thirty years. I have worked very closely with the team at Helen Rollason and have seen the tremendous benefit and improvement in wellbeing that patients and carers experience through the support they receive. I am very keen to ensure that Helen Rollason widens its reach across all communities in Essex and offers support services that are effective and based on the most up-to-date scientific evidence.

Dave Johnson

I have always wanted to give something back following a corporate career in business development for technical services within the automotive industry.

I joined HRCC as a trustee to offer support and guidance to the very capable management team. It is nice to share my experiences and It is rewarding to see the team grow and deliver such important services.

Ben Schneider

I have been involved with HRCC for 15 years, initially through providing corporate sponsorship for fundraising events and then as a member of the Board, acting as Chair between 2020 and 2024.

With over 25 years’ experience as a Company Director in the Tech sector, I aim to bring my expertise in strategy, governance and digital transformation to support the charity in striving towards Helen’s vision of making good quality of life while coping with cancer available to everyone.

Andy Higgs

I have worked in the IT industry for over 14 years and before that, was a long-term retail manager so I have a broad range of experience to contribute to my trustee role, across the operations and retail areas. I am a husband and father of two and having lived in Chelmsford for many years, I really appreciate the opportunity to work with an excellent local charity.

My family has a deep connection with the charity as my wife, Kerry works in the Hatfield Peverel Centre and one of the family, who previously used the services, now volunteers. We’ve also been known to jump on bikes and get involved as we’ve all taken part in the Ride For Helen event over the years.

I am one of the newer trustees but I’m looking forward to contributing to the Charity’s purpose and goals.