Events Fundraisers' Hall of Fame
This section features the wonderful people who have either taken part in a challenge event or organised their own to raise money for TreeHouse.
We're constantly delighted and inspired by the people who undertake the most amazing challenges for TreeHouse. Below are some of the individuals who have both personally challenged themselves and, through raising money for TreeHouse, have introduced their friends and families to our very special cause. Welcome to this wonderful Hall of Fame!
If you would like to be a future member of the Hall of Fame, please do email the fundraising team or call us on 020 8815 5433.
Tim Barber’s Mount Kilimanjaro challenge
At 7.30am on the morning of Saturday 28 June 2008, Tim Barber reached Uhuru Peak, Mt Kilimanjaro and at the same time became TreeHouse’s first International Challenge event participant!
Following a visit to TreeHouse in February, Tim decided to take on the ultimate challenge and climb to the highest point on the continent of Africa – a staggering 5,895 meters above sea level (almost 20,000 ft!) The challenge took 7 days to complete, with each day consisting of between six and ten hours of trekking.
TreeHouse would like to congratulate Tim for taking on such a gruelling challenge on our behalf. All his training was not in vain, however, as Tim has raised more than £10,000 in the process, for which we are all incredibly grateful
Please read more about why Tim chose to climb for TreeHouse
You can continue to support Tim by visiting his justgiving page
Nick, Liz and Simon Clemmow and Tom Costin cycle Lands End to John O Groats.
On May 18 2008, Nick, Liz and Simon Clemmow and Tom Costin took to the roads for the ultimate cycle challenge: Lands End to John O Groats, in aid of TreeHouse. The Clemmows have been valued supporters of TreeHouse for many years and everyone here is thrilled that they and Tom Costin completed the infamous route, covering a distance of 891 miles, in just two weeks and two days! In the process the group has raised £5577 to date, which is just fantastic.
The gruelling journey took in some of the country’s most beautiful landscapes and of course, unpredictable weather conditions! To read more about this incredible journey, you can read Nick Clemmow’s blog.
From all of us at TreeHouse, a huge congratulations and thank you goes out to the team.
Bill Tyler's Camino de Santiago Challenge, Monday 4 June 2007
Bill Tyler took on the amazing Camino de Santiago challenge in aid of TreeHouse and the North London Hospice. The 73 year old set off on the almost 500 mile trek from France and across northern Spain on the 4th June 2007 with the Santiago de Compostela as his final destination.
Bill raised a fantastic total of £12,196.46 including gift aid for TreeHouse and the North London Hospice which was split equally between the two charities. TreeHouse relies so heavily on the continued support of TreeHouse Heroes such as Bill and everyone here is so grateful for Bill’s incredible determination and generosity towards our work
For more information about Bill's adventure please see his Camino de Santiago diary.
Sean Shepley’s Dragon Rode for TreeHouse, Saturday 24 June 2007
On Saturday 24 June, Sean Shepley will be participating in the Dragon Ride challenge in support of TreeHouse. The Dragon Ride is a circular 200km road cycle challenge over the hills and valleys of South Wales. 2007 is the fourth year of the competition and the course is certainly not for the fainthearted!! We are really grateful to Sean for his efforts for TreeHouse.
DLA’s 10K for TreeHouse - Sunday 1 July 2007
A “dream team” of 12 DLA Piper employees are preparing to run the British 10K for TreeHouse, Charity of the Year for their London office. The race takes place on 1 July 2007 in central London, taking in many of London’s most famous landmarks. Until then, this sporty lot will be spending their lunch breaks pounding the pavements around Noble Street.
The Ware Sisters took part in the Michelob Ultra London Triathlon on Sunday 5 August 2007
On Sunday 5 August 2007, TreeHouse employee Mariana Ware and her sister Olivia Ware took part in the the Michelob Ultra London Triathlon. The race consisted of a 1.5km open swim (in the Thames), a 40km cycle and a 10km run.
Despite taking part on the hottest day of the year, Mariana and Olivia completed the gruelling course in just 2:51 hrs and 3:00 hrs respectively. Their fundraising efforts were not to be outdone by the physical challenge as the girls have raised a fantastic £1,980 for TreeHouse!
Mark Girling took part in the Vätternrundan - a cycle event in Sweden on 15 June 2007
Hi there! My name is Mark Girling and I raised money for TreeHouse through taking part in a charity bike ride in Sweden – the Vättern Rundan.
Lake Vättern is in central Sweden and once a year the small town of Motola hosts a recreational ride around the lake. It’s a “big deal” in Scandinavia attracting over 16,000 cyclists mostly from Sweden, although less than 100 Brits make the trip. To accommodate the 16,000 cyclists, it is a staggered start over 12hours – small groups of approx 50 riders being sent out in 3 minute intervals. The ride is not off road but takes the riders along the pleasant shore line through sleepy Swedish villages, although there are a few long hill climbs.
I am pleased to say I successfully completed the Vättern Rundan - No.18251 started at 7pm on Friday and finished at 6.15pm on Saturday. It is 186miles - the last 40miles involve a series of small hills/inclines. I spent most of Saturday from 10am into a strong headwind - leg sapping stuff. As well as raising money I also became a 5-year "veteran" with my special red badge having now done the ride 5 times - a special sliver medal is awared for this. There is a gold medal at 10 years!
Mark has passed his goal of £1,000 and so far has raised a fantastic £1,205. Many thanks and congratulations to Mark for this amazing acheivement!
Bovis Lend Lease jump 10,000 feet for TreeHouse's 10th birthday on Saturday 9 June 2007!
To celebrate TreeHouse’s 10th Birthday this year, Bovis Lend Lease took to the skies for a very special sponsored event. On Saturday 9 June 2007, 14 Bovis daredevils jumped 10,000 ft for 10 years of TreeHouse. As a result of this wonderful challenge, the team raised a wonderful £10,966.10.
TreeHouse would like to thank all those who took part in the jump and all the friends, family and corporate partners that sponsored them, allowing us to raise this incredible amount.
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