Our story

This September an amazing team of ten runners will tackle the Great North Run to keep a very special project alive at the Great North Children’s Hospital. For five years, Durham Cricket Foundation coaches have been bringing cricket-based games and activities onto the wards, turning long days of treatment into moments of fun, friendship and confidence-building for young patients - children who often spend weeks or months away from home.

Why the project matters

A simple activity session can bring joy, confidence, and a sense of normality to children spending long days on the ward.

Proven impact: The project has doubled the number of children it reaches - Durham Cricket Foundation now delivers for two days each week, yet demand continues to grow. Your support helps us meet that demand.

Real voices: “Thanks to your competitive, enjoyable and genuine sessions you have not only made me enjoy cricket... but helped my recovery massively.” – Patient testimonial.

About the Great North Children’s Hospital

One of only 14 major children’s medical centres in the UK, the hospital cares for 32,000 young in-patients every year and is renowned for its world-class treatment and family support.

Durham Cricket Foundation is proud to be part of that care, offering children a highlight to look forward to each week.

Where your money goes

We’ve each pledged to raise at least £250 and every donation counts. Every donation, in full, from this page will be ring-fenced for the hospital-based cricket and education sessions.

How you can help

Give what you can – even £1 moves us closer to our goal.

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Cheer on our runners on race day - they are taking part in a campaign that's vitally important to us.