, “a GO THE DISTANCEWE NEED YOU! Bristol Children’s Hospital is one of the UK’s leading children’s hospitals, treating over 100,000 patients every year from across the South West, South Wales and beyond. The fantastic level of care would not be possible without the support of amazing fundraisers like you who do something extraordinary for others. By signing up to a challenge, youll become a fundraising hero for sick children and their families. Whether it's your first 10k, a four day bike ride across the South West or an overseas quest you're looking for, the opportunities are endless and the rewards even greater, #TeamGrandAppeal hero Bev took on the Great Bristol Family Mile with her son Henry. 7 sre a 6 Henry was born prematurely at just 24 weeks and has chronic lung disease and various other conditions. He has had many long stays in alee LY TN yt hospital and it was great to be able to give CECE Meiers es Rrra something back 99 THE POWER OF (@) YOURPOUNDS —& £100 could buy a range of toys, games, books and DVDs to distract children from the stresses of being in Hospital could pay for music therapy sessions for five children, bringing fun and laughter to children undergoing treatment, and helping them creatively express their feelings. could pay for two weeks’ accommodation for a family of a sick child could fund our family support worker for a month C150) sesatier tec scacee 1 siblings and carers, could fund life-saving equipment and help towards 4 the purchase of pioneering medical kit, such es life v support machines, MRI scanners and so much more.Whether you're a seasoned runner or a first time competitor, it’s time to lace up your trainers and join Team Grand Appeal! With a host of fantastic running events taking place through the year, we've highlighted 2 few of our favourites. Choose your challenge and go the distance for Bristol Children’s Hospital. 10K & FAMILY MILE Perfect for first-time runners, get pounding those pavements and train for a 10k! Or why not get your kids involved and compete for their very own medal MARATHON Show everyone what you're made of by running those famous 26.2 miles. HALF MARATHON Step up your distance with one of these brilliant races. «OR MORE! Drop your marathon pace and connect with natureTaking on a challenge like this is so much more than just a bike ride; it's an opportunity to meet, sweat and socialise with likeminded souls, and best of all, for an amazing cause. LAND’S END TO BRISTOL Our bespoke challenge will see you covering 260 miles across Cornwall, over Exmoor, passing Cheddar Gorge and finishing at Bristol Children’s Hospital + 21st-24th September BRISTOL NIGHTRIDER Get your friends and family together or team up with colleagues for a Saturday night like no other! #TeamGrandAppeal 0117 9273888 grandappeal.org/eventsTube the plunge! Jump from 10,000 feet in the ultimate adrenaline-fuelled challenge. Visit our website to book a skydive at your local airfield and to find out more about special events. e~ NNT OTN \ WORLD 107°) RECORD Cra ce a ie MUDDY AND OBSTACLE RACES Up the sweat factor by taking on an obstacle race! Brave the course with @ team or on your own ~ can you jump, climb, swim and scramble your way to victory? + Rock Solid Race, Exeter 25th March + Spartan Race South West, Aston Down, Gloucestershire 20th-21st May + Tough Mudder South West, Badminton 19th or 20th August + Holy Grit, Newquay 7th October 66 I took on Holy Grit in memory of my little ster Hannah. The TRAMPOLINE course was awesome, i very physically and mentally challenging. Fly through the air in a Crossing the finish line high energy fundraiser was amazing and that will see you bouncing Hannah would have atthe world’s largest SS on been very proud Q@ a = 2 trampoline park -aae.66 | haven't got words to adequately describe the experience — the landscape was so beautiful, no photos can do it justice. | would say to anyone, just do it! 99 #TeamGrandAppeal hero Mark trekked to Everest Base Camp to give something back to Bristol Children’s Hospital, where his son Albert is treated for chronic lung disease.CHALLENGE YOURSELF There are a huge range of events on offer ~ below area few of our Favourites. Visit charitychallenge.com for more inspiring ways to get involved + National Three Peaks Challenge 3rd June-2nd July, 1th-13th August, 15th-17th September + Trek to Everest Base Camp 22nd September-9th October + Amazon Jungle Survivor Challenge 16th-24th September + Kilimanjaro Summit Climb 10th-21st OctoberGET INVOLVED You don’t have to break into a sweat to support Bristol Children’s Hospital. Round up your friends, family and workmates and do something together instead. WRONG TROUSERS DAY Join thousands of fundraisers by donning your weirdest, wackiest and most wonderful trousers and donating for the right to look wrong, To get your fundraising pack visit wrongtrousersday.org Friday 30th June BIG BAKE Whip out your whisks and help raise some dough. Whether you're a breed maker or a master decorator, you can bake difference today, Visit bigbalee.org to get your fundraising pack. All year! TINSEL FOR TOTS Whether you wear a piece of tinsel or prefer full on festive fancy dress, you can do something magical for children at Christmas. Friday 8th December CELEBRATE AND DONATE c Your special day can make a big difference when you ask for “¢ oe donations instead of gifts. Our sparkly Gromit pin badges also make stunning favours and give you the opportunity to show your TO Q P = appreciation whilst doing something wonderful for children too. GRAND APPEAL DA PN MAAe ACT L) yt Role meg SOL a ea