I’m cycling from West Ham Park in London to Southend as part of a team raising funds for Growing Hope Redbridge.

Growing Hope Redbridge is a local charity providing free therapy for children and young people (0–18) with additional needs in the Redbridge area.

For many families, getting this kind of support is incredibly difficult. Waiting lists are long, private therapy is often unaffordable, and access to local services can be limited or delayed.

That gap matters. Without timely support, children can fall behind in their communication, learning, confidence, and everyday independence. But with the right therapy, at the right time, real change is possible — not just for the child, but for the whole family.

Growing Hope Redbridge, in partnership with All Saints Woodford Wells Church, exists to close that gap. They provide specialist therapy in a caring, welcoming environment, offering practical support alongside genuine hope for the future.

Every donation helps a child access the support they need sooner — and helps a family feel less alone.

Thank you for supporting this cause.