A Word From Our Patron
Mike Tomlinson, Trustee of the Jane Tomlinson Appeal
I'm delighted to have been asked to be patron of the new Buxton Adventure Festival. Though I'm a Yorkshire man, the Peak District's always been close to my heart as Jane and I used to holiday in Castleton.
Jane inspired countless people with her courage and determination. She proved that you don't have to be an elite athlete to have an adventure. Defying the odds and public perception of cancer she took on endurance challenges like the Florida
Ironman and a 2,500 mile bike ride across America, raising £1.85m for charity.
Run For All was launched in 2007 as a not-for-profit organisation to act as a fundraising vehicle for charities across the country big and small. Since the launch of the inaugural event the Leeds 10K in 2007, Run For All has continued to grow and now has four highly successful, well established 10K runs in Hull, the Pennines Leeds and York.
Since her death in 2007, Jane's Appeal has raised a total of £4m. I hope the speakers and films at the Buxton Adventure Festival will inspire people to enjoy the outdoors - no matter what their age or ability and encourage them to set themselves challenges - no matter how big or small.
Click here to find out more about the Peak District (April) and Yorkshire (August) Walks for All
