Good luck to our Royal Parks Half 2025 runners!

Running for Dyslexia Awareness!

This Dyslexia Awareness Week, we’re celebrating our incredible Royal Parks Half Marathon team as they gear up to race through the heart of London on Sunday 12 October.

By taking on this challenge, they’re not only raising vital funds to support people with dyslexia — they’re also helping to shine a spotlight on dyslexia and the importance of understanding and support.

A huge shout-out to Alex, Dan, Emma, Rachael, Tim and Andy — we’re so proud of you.

We’ll be cheering you every step of the way!

Please show your support and help them cross that finish line — every donation makes a difference! Donate

Alex Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
Emma Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
Dan Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
Rachel Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
Tim Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
Andy Royal Parks Half 2025 runner
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Farnham Charity Bike Ride 2025

Take part in the 17th Farnham Charity Bike Ride in aid of Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity!

This exciting event is suitable for cyclists of all ages and abilities! Explore stunning countryside, discover charming villages and challenge yourself as you help Helen Arkell raise vital awareness and funds to enable us to continue to support many more people through their journey with dyslexia.

This year’s event will take place on Sunday 21st September 2025, starting on Castle Street, Farnham.

  • Children aged under 16 go FREE when accompanied by a fee-paying adult
  • Free medal for all finishers
  • Four routes to choose from: 16 miles, 25 miles, 50 miles, and 75-miles!

For the full event details and to sign up please visit their website

Contact the Helen Arkell fundraising team on 01252 792400 or fundraising@helenarkell.org.uk for fundraising support.

Please note this event is run and organised by The Hedgehogs and St. Andrews Infant School PTA.

By |2025-08-22T15:40:51+01:00July 7th, 2025|Fundraising news|Comments Off on Farnham Charity Bike Ride 2025

A Huge Thank You to Everyone Who Took Part in Our Big Walk for Dyslexia and Miles in May Challenge!

What an incredible few weeks it’s been! From the determined efforts of our Miles in May participants to the joyful, sun-filled steps of our Annual Big Walk for Dyslexia, your energy, commitment, and community spirit have truly inspired us.

Big Walk for Dyslexia

Over 5K walked in glorious sunshine, surrounded by an amazing community united in support of dyslexia awareness. From families to four-legged friends, everyone brought smiles, energy, and generosity, making it a day to remember.

A heartfelt thank you to every single person who joined us, whether you walked, volunteered, cheered from the sidelines, or supported from afar. Your involvement means the world.

Miles in May Challenge

Throughout May, our incredible supporters walked, ran, and cycled distances of their choice in our virtual challenge, raising vital funds and awareness for dyslexia. Together, you covered over 285K!

Every mile mattered, and every mile made a difference.

The Impact

Thanks to your collective efforts, both events raised £1150 for the Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity, directly supporting individuals with dyslexia across the UK.

From all of us at Helen Arkell, thank you for being part of this movement. Let’s keep walking, keep talking, and keep making change, together.

Special shoutouts go to:

Howden Insurance – for not only sponsoring the event but for walking alongside us and showing such generous support.
Co-op – for donating delicious cakes that kept us fuelled and smiling.

 

Big walk 4

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Take on a Challenge! – Miles in May and The Big Walk for Dyslexia

We are excited to invite you to take part in two fantastic events, helping to raise funds for Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity while enjoying the great outdoors. Whether you want to explore beautiful Farnham Park with your teddy or take on a virtual challenge at your own pace, there’s something for everyone!

The Big Walk for Dyslexia 

Bring your teddy and enjoy a fun family walk through Farnham Park, ending with a Teddy Bears’ Tea at our Centre. Great fun for families, dogs, and all ages!

When: 1st June 2025

Where: Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity, Farnham, GU9 7DR

Time: 10:30 am – 11:00 am start

Cost: £7 per adult (kids under 12 & dogs free)

Sponsorship: Suggested £30 per adult (optional for kids)

Extras: Tea, coffee, and cake at the finish!

Help make a difference to the lives of people with dyslexia and sign up today!

Sign up to the Big Walk for Dyslexia!

 

Miles in May, Virtual challenge

Stay active while making a difference! Choose your distance (10k, 21k, or 42k) and walk anywhere, anytime throughout May. Set up a fundraising page, track your progress, and join our Facebook community for support as we all come together to help change more lives impacted by dyslexia. Raise £250 or more to enter our prize draw!

Set yourself a challenge this May, sign up now!

Sign up to Miles in May!

 

We can’t wait to see you!

By |2025-06-19T12:00:37+01:00May 14th, 2025|Fundraising news|Comments Off on Take on a Challenge! – Miles in May and The Big Walk for Dyslexia

Congratulations to our London Marathon team!

A huge THANK YOU to our amazing London Marathon 2025 runners!

Our incredible team of six conquered 26.2 miles, showing true grit, passion and determination every step of the way.

It was an uncomfortably hot, sunny day and we are totally in awe of their incredible achievement. It takes months of training though the winter months and is a huge commitment – we can’t thank Becky, Susie, Arthur, Matt, Katie and Emily enough!

As a team they have already raised over £16,000 and their efforts will make a real difference, helping children and adults with dyslexia get the vital support they need through Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity.

Click on their stories below to find out what led them to go the extra mile for Helen Arkell and how you can support them.

Rebecca is running the London Marathon 2025
Susie is running the London Marathon
Matthew is running the London Marathon
Katie is running the London Marathon
Arthur is running the London Marathon
Emily is running the London Marathon
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Meet our London Marathon 2025 runners!

Support our amazing London Marathon 2025 runners

Our dedicated team of 6 runners are pushing themselves to the limit training in preparation for the event on 27 April.

Their passion and determination will not only carry them through 26.2 miles but will also help children and adults with dyslexia in urgent need of support.

Click on their stories below to find out what led them to go the extra mile for Helen Arkell and how you can support them.

Good luck everyone!

Rebecca is running the London Marathon 2025
Susie is running the London Marathon
Matthew is running the London Marathon
Katie is running the London Marathon
Arthur is running the London Marathon
Emily is running the London Marathon
By |2025-04-28T16:00:02+01:00April 2nd, 2025|Fundraising news|Comments Off on Meet our London Marathon 2025 runners!

Thank you to our Fleet Half Marathon 2025 Runners!

Thank you to our Fleet Half Marathon Runners!

We want to say a big thank you to Marc, Adrian and Jess who completed the Fleet Half Marathon on Sunday the 16th March for Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity!

The sun shone as they took to the roads bright and early to complete this incredible challenge and raise vital funds and awareness for people with dyslexia across the UK. The team at Helen Arkell cheered them on every step of the way!

Together, they have made such a difference, and the team at Helen Arkell wants to say a big Thank you!

You can still help support their challenge here.

 

 

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Good luck to our Fleet Half Marathon 2025 runners!

Our amazing Fleet Half Marathon team are taking part in the race in Fleet on Sunday 16th March .

By taking on this challenge they are not only raising funds for people with dyslexia but raising awareness too.

Good luck to Marc, Adrian and Jess!

We’ll be there cheering you on!

Please support their incredible efforts and help them get to the finish line!

By |2025-03-14T16:36:17+00:00March 14th, 2025|Fundraising news|Comments Off on Good luck to our Fleet Half Marathon 2025 runners!

Thank you to our fantastic Royal Parks Half Marathon team!

We want to say a huge thank you to the amazing Helen Arkell team for being part of this year’s Royal Parks Half Marathon.

After weeks of training in all weathers, they joined 16,000 runners on a route through 4 of the beautiful Royal Parks, passing many iconic London landmarks on the way.

Our runners were incredible, and we loved seeing them wearing Helen Arkell Dyslexia Charity’s name with pride as they crossed the finish line.

Congratulations to Ceri, Joanna, Peter, Alice, Jack and Chris!

As well as flying the flag for dyslexia, they have raised an incredible £4,140 so far!

You can still donate to their fundraising efforts here: Royal Parks Half 2024

If you would like to join our 2025 team, please email events@helenarkell.org.uk

Royal Parks Half Marathon 2024
Royal Parks Half Marathon 2024
Royal Parks Half Marathon 2024

By |2024-10-29T10:17:53+00:00October 18th, 2024|Fundraising news|Comments Off on Thank you to our fantastic Royal Parks Half Marathon team!

Good luck to our Royal Parks Half 2024 runners!

During Dyslexia Awareness Week, our amazing Royal Parks Half Marathon team are taking part in the race in central London on Sunday 13 October.

By taking on this challenge they are not only raising funds for people with dyslexia but raising awareness too.

Good luck to Chris, Alice, Peter, Ceri, Caroline, Jack and  Joanna!

We’ll be there cheering you on!

Please support their incredible efforts and help them get to the finish line!

By |2024-10-29T10:18:19+00:00September 24th, 2024|Fundraising news|Comments Off on Good luck to our Royal Parks Half 2024 runners!
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