Laura's fundraiser for Herefordshire Riding for the Disabled

Laura Castle is raising money for Herefordshire Riding for the Disabled

Aerobatic Wing Walk · 28 August 2025

Herefordshire Riding for the Disabled offers riding therapy to over 100 adults or children with a physical disability, learning disability or additional needs each week. Most beneficiaries come from within the county of Herefordshire. Service users range from 5 years to 75 years old and come from a variety of backgrounds including supported living, foster care, school and family groups. We have a dedicated Equestrian Centre with 10 horses and ponies that runs sessions all year round. Our sessions are not just ‘riding lessons’ where service users are led around on ponies - each session has a structured plan aimed to the specific need of the participants. Our coaches aim to improve balance, core strength, mobility and communication through specially constructed riding sessions and we have seen clear results. Our service is also volunteer based and we need volunteers to undertake a variety of tasks to ensure riding therapy sessions go ahead. This includes leading horses and ponies, sidewalking beside clients to encourage engagement, helping with the care of ponies on the stable yard. We have over 50 volunteers that come to us each week.

Story

Thank you for visiting my JustGiving page! Last year, I took a leap of faith and completed my first wing walk, an experience that truly pushed me out of my comfort zone. To be honest, I have always had a fear of heights and even climbing ladders makes me uneasy. So, you can imagine the challenge it was to stand atop a moving plane!

Despite the nerves, I found a sense of exhilaration and purpose in that moment. This year, I'm excited to announce that I will be taking on the aerobatic version of this challenge on October 28, 2025. This thrilling experience will include loops, barrel rolls, and stall turns – all while raising funds for an incredible cause: Herefordshire Riding for the Disabled.

This charity provides invaluable support to individuals with disabilities through equestrian activities that promote confidence and independence. Your support can make a real difference in their lives. My goal is to raise £1,000 to help continue this important work. Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast, and secure; your details are safe with them as they never sell or share your information. Once you donate, your contribution goes directly to the charity – making it the most efficient way to support this cause. Together, we can help empower those who need it most!

Donation summary

Total
£300.00
+ £62.50 Gift Aid
Online
£300.00
Offline
£0.00

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