Steven Webb

Steven Webb's 500 miles: A Journey of Saving Lives, Gratitude and Inspiration

Fundraising for Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust
£10,228
raised of £20,000 target
The Cornwall 500, 1 September 2024
We provide an air ambulance helicopter to help to save lives in Cornwall.

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Steven Webb's Cornwall 500: A Journey of Gratitude and Inspiration

Thirty-three years ago, my life changed forever.

Just six weeks after participating in a charity snooker marathon that raised £1,200 for the newly established air ambulance, I found myself fighting for my life in the back of that very same aircraft. On that fateful day, I broke my neck and became severely paralysed.

Today, I rely on others for every aspect of my life. But that hasn't stopped me from living life to the fullest. Since that day, I've partied, loved, lost, and settled down to raise my daughter. I'm now a proud grandad. I've served as a City Councillor since 2017 and had the honor of being the Mayor of Truro from 2021 to 2023.

I'm also the host of the "Stillness in the Storms" podcast, where I help people navigate through life's most challenging times. Additionally, I write and guide meditations on the "Inner Peace Meditations" podcast, which reaches over 2 million listeners.

The Cornwall 500: My Way of Giving Back

Exactly 33 years to the day since my accident, I will embark on an incredible 500-mile journey to raise money for the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust – the very organization that saved my life all those years ago.

Why 500 miles in my electric wheelchair? I live in Cornwall, one of the most beautiful places in the world, with a coastline that many have walked in various ways. While I can't walk the coastline, I can do the next best thing: use the nearest navigable roads to the coastline, visiting towns and villages all over Cornwall. This journey will take nearly the whole of September.

But there's more to this adventure. Along the way, I'll be laying 50 plaques that tell the story of Cornwall – from its rich history and culture to personal experiences and storytelling, which is my personal favorite.

Creating a Legacy

This journey isn't just about me. It's about creating a lasting impact. The Cornwall 500 is now a Community Interest Company (CIC) that we'll use as a legacy event. People can do the Cornwall 500 in their own way and in their own time, much like a modern version of collecting stickers in a book.

Join Me on This Journey

You can follow my preparation and the entire journey live online:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cornwall500

Website: https://theCornwall500.com

Hashtags: #HELi2 #TC500 #TheCornwall500

Your support will not only help me give back to the Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust but also create a lasting legacy for our beautiful county. Together, we can make a difference and inspire others to overcome their own challenges.

Thank you for your generosity and support. Let's make the Cornwall 500 an unforgettable journey of gratitude, inspiration, and community spirit!

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About the charity

Every year Cornwall Air Ambulance attends around 1000 Critical Care missions, delivering fast & effective emergency care to patients in their moment of need. As a charity the air ambulance relies on the generosity of community groups, individuals and businesses to help raise the £5.5million a year.

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Total raised
£10,227.89
+ £1,700.25 Gift Aid
Online donations
£8,038.34
Offline donations
£2,189.55

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