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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
Couple in charity run challenge for son's hospice
A husband and wife are to take part in the Great North Run to raise money for a hospice that helps care for their son. Susie and Chris Seymour are training for the September charity run in Newcastle upon Tyne to fundraise for Hope House Children's Hospice which supports their eight-year-old son Will. Will has an underdeveloped brain causing spasms and a severe visual impairment, his parents said. Not only will the couple, who live near Bridgnorth, be running on their wedding anniversary, they said it would also be their first night away from their son which would be quite emotional. The hospice has helped the family after Will's birth, also offering respite care, prompting them to want to "give something back". Scans after his birth showed his brain had not fully developed, which resulted in him having infantile spasms and the couple being introduced to Hope House which helps families living in Shropshire, Cheshire and Wales. "We have been with Hope House for such a long time and there really is just nothing like it," said Mrs Seymour, 41, who works as a specialist nurse in an adult hospice, said. "The nursing and care we have had there has been absolutely incredible and we have been doing what we can to raise money and give something back to the charity that has helped us so much." She said respite care at the hospice meant she could "immerse" herself in enjoying being Will's mum and "not thinking when his next meds are due". Mrs Seymour said she had been training and had joined Bridgnorth Running Club. So far, she said she was able to run 10km. "This [the race] will be the first night away we've had from Will since he was born, which will be quite emotional," she added. "He will be staying at Hope House as we cross the finish line which I'm sure its going to be quite mix of emotions." Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram. Couple on fundraising walk for hospice Girl chosen as face of hospice's Christmas campaign Hope House Hospice
BBC News
4 days ago
- Health
- BBC News
Bridgnorth couple in charity run challenge for son's hospice
A husband and wife are to take part in the Great North Run to raise money for a hospice that helps care for their and Chris Seymour are training for the September charity run in Newcastle upon Tyne to fundraise for Hope House Children's Hospice which supports their eight-year-old son has an underdeveloped brain causing spasms and a severe visual impairment, his parents only will the couple, who live near Bridgnorth, be running on their wedding anniversary, they said it would also be their first night away from their son which would be quite emotional. The hospice has helped the family after Will's birth, also offering respite care, prompting them to want to "give something back".Scans after his birth showed his brain had not fully developed, which resulted in him having infantile spasms and the couple being introduced to Hope House which helps families living in Shropshire, Cheshire and Wales."We have been with Hope House for such a long time and there really is just nothing like it," said Mrs Seymour, 41, who works as a specialist nurse in an adult hospice, said."The nursing and care we have had there has been absolutely incredible and we have been doing what we can to raise money and give something back to the charity that has helped us so much."She said respite care at the hospice meant she could "immerse" herself in enjoying being Will's mum and "not thinking when his next meds are due". Mrs Seymour said she had been training and had joined Bridgnorth Running Club. So far, she said she was able to run 10km."This [the race] will be the first night away we've had from Will since he was born, which will be quite emotional," she added."He will be staying at Hope House as we cross the finish line which I'm sure its going to be quite mix of emotions." Follow BBC Shropshire on BBC Sounds, Facebook, X and Instagram.
North Wales Live
5 days ago
- Health
- North Wales Live
Win your spot in the world's largest half marathon with SuperNutrio, the official protein milk partner of the Great North Run
Receiving entries in excess of 6 times the number of places available in the ballot each year, the Great North Run is one of the biggest events of the running calendar, and the largest half marathon in the world! In recognition of its status as the Official Protein Milk Partner of the Great North Run, SuperNutrio - the high protein and high calcium cow's milk - is giving one lucky winner the opportunity to join thousands of fellow runners at this year's race, along with a SuperNutrio bundle worth more than £100. Taking place on Sunday 7th September, the Great North Run held in Newcastle upon Tyne, will see approximately 60,000 runners and almost as many spectators, take to the streets for a half marathon distance. And one lucky winner could be amongst them with their very own runners' spot. Welcoming people from across the world and varying running abilities, it's a highly anticipated race in the annual calendar. Fuelling training and recovery, the winner will also receive two months' worth of SuperNutrio, getting them prepped and ready for the big day. Boasting double the amount of protein, and 80% more calcium, without any of the added nasties, it helps to boost your nutritional intake for effective training and recovery, giving your body the key nutrients it needs. Made by passing two litres of standard cow's milk through smart filters, using a patent-pending process, the result is one litre of rich and creamy, great tasting milk with double the protein and 80% more calcium, and with nothing added. From growing children who need essential nutrients for strong bones and healthy development, to older adults looking to maintain bone strength and muscle health, SuperNutrio supports wellbeing at every stage of life. It's perfect for fitness enthusiasts seeking effective recovery after workouts or training sessions. Easily substituted for regular cow's milk, SuperNutrio is a simple way to enhance your daily diet with powerful nutritional benefits. Used as part of smoothie or on top of your favourite bowl of cereal in the morning, the perfect addition to an iced latte or hot drink, or even in a delicious tasting mac 'n' cheese – SuperNutrio offers complete versatility. The winner will also receive a bundle of branded goodies to help them along their training prep. To enter the competition, simply fill in the form below. If you can't see the form click here. This competition closes at 23:45 on the 15th of June 2025. The winner must be available on the 7th of September. Good luck!
Wales Online
5 days ago
- Health
- Wales Online
Win your spot in the world's largest half marathon with SuperNutrio, the official protein milk partner of the Great North Run
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Receiving entries in excess of 6 times the number of places available in the ballot each year, the Great North Run is one of the biggest events of the running calendar, and the largest half marathon in the world! In recognition of its status as the Official Protein Milk Partner of the Great North Run, SuperNutrio - the high protein and high calcium cow's milk - is giving one lucky winner the opportunity to join thousands of fellow runners at this year's race, along with a SuperNutrio bundle worth more than £100. Taking place on Sunday 7th September, the Great North Run held in Newcastle upon Tyne, will see approximately 60,000 runners and almost as many spectators, take to the streets for a half marathon distance. And one lucky winner could be amongst them with their very own runners' spot. Welcoming people from across the world and varying running abilities, it's a highly anticipated race in the annual calendar. Fuelling training and recovery, the winner will also receive two months' worth of SuperNutrio, getting them prepped and ready for the big day. Boasting double the amount of protein, and 80% more calcium, without any of the added nasties, it helps to boost your nutritional intake for effective training and recovery, giving your body the key nutrients it needs. Made by passing two litres of standard cow's milk through smart filters, using a patent-pending process, the result is one litre of rich and creamy, great tasting milk with double the protein and 80% more calcium, and with nothing added. From growing children who need essential nutrients for strong bones and healthy development, to older adults looking to maintain bone strength and muscle health, SuperNutrio supports wellbeing at every stage of life. It's perfect for fitness enthusiasts seeking effective recovery after workouts or training sessions. Easily substituted for regular cow's milk, SuperNutrio is a simple way to enhance your daily diet with powerful nutritional benefits. Used as part of smoothie or on top of your favourite bowl of cereal in the morning, the perfect addition to an iced latte or hot drink, or even in a delicious tasting mac 'n' cheese – SuperNutrio offers complete versatility. The winner will also receive a bundle of branded goodies to help them along their training prep. To enter the competition, simply fill in the form below. If you can't see the form click here. This competition closes at 23:45 on the 15th of June 2025. The winner must be available on the 7th of September. Good luck!
Powys County Times
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Powys County Times
Newtown 10k run: Man proposes to girlfriend at race end
The Newtown 10k run can be an emotional day for the hundreds of people taking part but for one couple it was extra special. Richard Trowles proposed to his girlfriend Katie Costello after completing the 6.2-mile route around Newtown and Llanllwchaiarn on Sunday morning (May 25) in front of friends, spectators and fellow runners who shared their special moment. Richard, who crossed the line in 38 minutes, had a nervous 20-minute wait before he got down on one knee to pop the question to his girlfriend of seven months at the finish line in the Back Lane car park. 'I was really nervous,' Richard said. 'I said to my friend that I couldn't bottle it because there were so many cameras on us when Katie's name was called as she crossed the line,' Richard said. READ MORE | Newtown 10k brings hundreds of runners, crowds - and one proposal 'She had her hand over her mouth gobsmacked. It was an amazing day. 'The whole thing was amazing with our friends watching it. Everyone knew apart from Katie. She did question why I carried my bag to the start line! Since meeting on the running app Strava, the couple have been committed to making their relationship work long-distance with 41-year-old Richard travelling all the way from County Durham to Oswestry every fortnight to visit 36-year-old Katie. Both are keen runners, having had their first date while on a run in Chirk before going on to complete 10k races in Wrexham and Welshpool. Richard said: 'Since October, everything feels perfect. We've got so much in common since our first date. "I was going to propose at the Berlin Marathon in September or at the Great North Run but I just changed my mind to do it this weekend to show my commitment. "I spoke to a friend who helped me pick a ring and I spoke to the race organiser Alan about the surprise. 'After crossing the line I quicky got changed, got the ring out of my bag and met her and it happened. She was wondering what was going on!' A video of the proposal was filmed beside the finish line on Sunday morning when Richard plucked up the courage to pop the question.
