A Shropshire MP is swapping the front bench for the back of beyond, as he and his wife take on a fundraising challenge on the grand scale. They explain all to Ben Bentley
Tag Archives: charity
Aug 2011: Steppe this way
Mar 2011: Stressing the positive
“They fight our wars. We fight their battles.” So runs a slogan adopted by the charity Combat Stress. Shirley Tart visits the charity’s Shropshire centre to learn more.
Jan 2011: Alms and the management
The spirit of philanthropy is alive and well in the county town, thanks to the efforts of an ancient guild. Neil Thomas looks at the history of the Drapers Company, and hears how they are expanding their activities in the 21st century
Aug 2010: Kenya: The kit’s a hit
Neil Thomas reports on an RAF-led mission to bring some light relief to youngsters in poverty
Nov 2009: An avalanche of goodwill
Neil Thomas reports on a gesture of huge generosity that will help publicise one of Hope House’s most valuable facilities
May 2009: Never a dull moment
Army Captain Fiona Blyth leads the sort of active lifestyle that would leave most of us breathless – but she and a colleague have found time to undertake a marathon fundraising cycle ride on behalf of Hope House. Neil Thomas tries to keep up . . .
Oct 2008: Heart for art’s sake
Neil Thomas discovers the important behind-the-scenes work that helps keep national treasures from disappearing from public view
Aug 2008: A floral, fitting tribute
Ken Tudor visits a garden which provides a lasting legacy
Dec 2007: Run Santa, run
The participants in last year’s inaugural Hope House Santa Run enjoyed a sleigh-free slog around Oswestry. Neil Thomas was in the thick of it
Sep 2007: Salvation in the skies
The county air ambulance is a vital strand of the emergency services – but it is entirely dependent on donations to continue operating. Ben Bentley goes behind the scenes