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Target: £1,300.00
Raised so far: £1,593.00
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I reached the BIG 40 in March 2009 and to celebrate it I returned to the sky as a passenger in an unpowered glider. I also flew some aerobatics such as a loop the loop and a few tight twists and turns. Those who don’t know me may think it’s no big deal but think again when you see what happened to me 10 years ago when the glider that I was flying in got struck and destroyed by lightning by reading my 'scrapbook' of that days events. Click 'here' to read the story. 

I did this to raise awareness and vital funds for the Parkinson's Disease Society who are also celebrating their 40th year this year. My Father in Law (Graham) has Parkinson's and both he and his Wife (Lesley) are active fundraisers. Graham is the Branch Secretary of the Taunton and Mid Somerset branch of the PDS. Graham and Lesley also set up SPARKIES, a section of the branch that caters for those of working age.

Your money will not be used to fund our flights, The London Gliding Club kindly funded the event, give them a call to book your trial lesson on 01582 663 419

The flight has now taken place and we returned the glider to the club in one piece this time!

Donations can still be made and will of course be gratefully received.

Thank you to all those that have already left messages of support and donations it really is very much appreciated and you helped make this a success.  

All the very best

Graeme

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Well done G & C!! Glad to hear the flight this time round went as planned. Donation by Kate & Dunc on 23/04/09

 
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Remember to use your stunt double this time! - enjoy the flight and we look forward to hearing all about it on your victory return to Somerset. Donation by Lou, Dan, Rowan & Willow on 17/04/09

 
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Just promise you won't do it again! Donation by Tamsin Spencer and Family on 17/04/09

 
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Great story. Enjoy your return to the skies. Donation by Susan Newby on 17/04/09

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Very worthy cause! I don't know anyone struck by lightning... Parkinson's, yes. Donation by Sarah on 16/04/09

 
£20.00

Please bring the glider back this time! Donation by Chris London Gliding Club on 13/04/09

 
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

You're a brave man! Sorry we won't be there on the day. All the very best. Donation by Tony & Sam on 11/04/09

 
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Happy Landings Donation by Frank Whiteley on 09/04/09

 
£10.00

Fascinating story well told. Donation by Graham Thompson on 04/04/09

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Hope you have a great (and uneventful!) flight. Donation by Bob Dowty (London Gliding Club) on 01/04/09

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Amazing things happen in Herts Scouting - Fortunately lightning never strikes twice...and all that! Donation by Rikki (County Commissioner) on 01/04/09

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

As much as I hate to say it you are Bloody mad! Nothing changes Good Luck and lets hope for clear skies.Hope to get their on the day to witness it. Donation by The Gradwell-Smiths on 30/03/09

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

looking forward to the sequel Donation by sparky on 26/03/09

 
£37.00 + £10.44 Gift Aid

enjoy your flight - don't forget to check the weather Donation by John & Judy Beveridge on 19/03/09

 
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done - Enjoy your flight Donation by Doreen & Bob Millar on 09/03/09

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Enjoy your flight - happy landings Donation by Bill & Janet Turnbull on 07/03/09

 
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Safe landing Donation by Stella and John Christie on 05/03/09

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Have fun Donation by Greg&Barbara Parish on 05/03/09

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Congratulations on your fund-raising success Donation by Brian Yates on 04/03/09

 
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck Donation by Tracy W on 02/03/09

 
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Can't believe it's 10 years ago! I think you're incredibly brave. Well done! Donation by Emily, Richard and Phoebe Cullen on 25/02/09

 
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Well done. I hope your experience is just as memorable but not quite as exciting! Donation by Jane Humm on 24/02/09

 
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good luck Graeme ! Donation by Clare Loosley on 24/02/09

 
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good Luck Donation by Carole and Andy McQuaker on 19/02/09

 
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Hope you enjoy your flight and raise loads of money Donation by Angela Veitch on 15/02/09

 
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  Total Raised: £1,593.00
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