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BBC News
16-05-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
'Guernsey bike ride-out in son's memory will be emotional'
A ride-out of motorbikes, e-bikes and pushbikes is being planned to mark five years since a local man took his own McGlynn was 19 when he died in May 2020, and his mother Alison Watson said she was hoping to raise awareness of mental health issues and suicide also said they hoped the event on Sunday 18 May would also raise money for Guernsey Mind. A ride out was put on in October 2020 to mark Morgan's first birthday since his passing, with around 130 vehicles attending. 'I miss his smile' Remembering her son five years on from his death, Mrs Watson said Morgan was "very funny".She said: "It was during [the Covid-19] lockdown, when all the TikTok dances were coming out and we tried doing them, we did have some laughs."He was a lovely lad, he really was; and it's awful that he felt he had to do what he did when he was only 19."Looking back at some of her favourite times with Morgan, Mrs Watson spoke about a family holiday to Cornwall."I remember [the kids] doing zip wires through the trees and I have a photograph of him with the biggest smile on his face. And also running through [L'Ancresse] common with his step day and just big smiles all over his face."I miss his smile. I really miss his smile." The aftershock of Morgan's death had an impact on the family, who have all been to counselling since, she said: "[Mine and my husband's] counsellor had been through it herself, so she understood. "We try as a family to make sure we do things together and we just try to make a point of remembering him."I set a place for him at the table on Christmas and, on his birthday, I buy him a birthday cake. I work in a supermarket and I will talk about him." The ride-out is due to start at Guernsey Pearl, Rocquaine Bay, at 11:00 BST and end at the Beach House, will ride through L'Eree and Town, while bicycles and e-bikes will travel along Vazon and L'Islet."Anyone out there who has a bike, a pushbike, or an electric bike, please come down and join us, it means so much," Mrs Watson asked about Morgan's legacy, she said it was "bittersweet"."I miss him. It's going to be emotional, I have to do it for him," she added. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or have been affected by Alison's story, you can find help and support on the BBC Action Line website.
BBC News
28-04-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Guernsey mental health charity wins place at 2026 London Marathon
A Guernsey mental health charity has been allocated a place in the London Marathon for the first Mind said the opportunity to have a place in the London marathon, taking place on 26 April 2026, ensured all funds raised by the designated runner would directly benefit the Cottel, chief executive of Guernsey Mind, said the charity decided to enter the charity ballot with the hope that it might get a place."We were absolutely delighted when we found out we were one of the 500 charities chosen to get a guaranteed place," she said. 'Unique opportunity' She said there were 1,400 charities registered for the London Marathon that runners could chose to fundraise funds raised by Guernsey runners selecting Mind would be directed to the national allocated place will directly support Guernsey Cottell said to maximise this opportunity they were asking the designated runner to commit to raising a minimum of £2, said: "We aim to raise a significant amount to further our work."This unique opportunity includes guaranteed entry to the event, along with comprehensive support, such as a branded running vest and assistance with publicity and fundraising." Guernsey Mind said there was an application form on its website for people who were deadline for submission is 23 May 2025 and would be reviewed anonymously, it selected runner is due to be announced on 20 June Cottell said: "We encourage applications from both experienced and novice marathon runners and will provide support to our selected runner to assist with their training."We are excited to offer this opportunity to a local participant to fly the Guernsey flag and represent Guernsey Mind at this prestigious international event."Ms Cottell said other runners who were keen to support the charity could sign up for their next 10km (6.2 miles) challenge in August.
BBC News
23-02-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Guernsey sunrise suicide awareness walk returns for 2025
A walk which aims to raise awareness of suicide is returning for its fifth health charity Guernsey Mind has launched 2025's Sunrise Walk of Hope which sees walkers set off at 04:00 BST for the 5k event on Sunday, 22 June takes walkers from Vale Castle along the east coast and will finish at the Bathing Pools at La events lead Amanda Hibbs said: "The walk aims to raise awareness and support Mind's work in suicide prevention and care." She added: "We're now in our fifth year and every year it gets bigger and bigger."Registration starts at 03:40 BST and people can pin photos or names to their clothing if they are walking in memory of 2024, 740 people took part. If you have been affected by issues raised in this article, you can find advice by visiting the BBC Action Line.
BBC News
06-02-2025
- Health
- BBC News
Guernsey Mind hosts information stands on Take Time to Talk Day
Islanders are being encouraged to take time to talk in a bid to improve their and other's mental team from charity Guernsey Mind is hosting information stands at Coop shops in St Sampson and St Martin on Thursday, which is national Time to Talk Hibbs, from the charity, said: "Speaking openly and honestly can be the first step towards better mental health."She said there were numerous ways to start a conversation, like sharing time over a coffee or chatting on the phone, and that listening is just as important as talking. Mrs Hibbs said: "Even small gestures can have a substantial impact - offering a cup of tea and a chat can turn a bad day into a better one for a friend or a colleague."Time to Talk Day is aimed at encouraging people to be more open about mental health, start conversations and listen in a bid to change lives for the better.
