Simon and Geraint’s Marathon de Sables
In March 2013 we are running the Marathon Des Sables, a six day (250km) ultra marathon across the Sahara Desert, often described as ‘the toughest footrace on earth’. We are taking part in this event to raise money for Little John’s House. There is a ‘Virgin Just Giving’ fundraising campaign…
Vlad’s operation report
So the trip to Braşov Children’s Hospital started with some adventure. Having got packed up, we left on the dot thanks to the super-efficiency of Tinca and Eti – much earlier than necessary but in order to get there in plenty of time. Not more than 20 minutes along the…
Richard Rowe’s Cycle Campaign
On the 29th June 2012, Richard Rowe will become a volunteer ‘moonrider’, to cycle 110km at night from London to Brighton, to raise money for LJH. If you would like to know more about Richard’s challenge, or you would like to donate through his Virgin Money site then please click…
Liz’s appeal
Hi, my name is Liz and on September 25th I’m running a marathon. 26.2 miles, 42km, a flipping long way…. I will be running through the New Forest in Hampshire, UK, so at least I will have pretty scenery and wild ponies to spur me on. Well that and running…
The Copalthon
Organiser of the Copathlon, Andy Coppins, who has been to Little John’s House as a volunteer on the Summer School, writes: To celebrate my 40th birthday, which is during the 2012 London Olympics, I decided to organise a fundraising campaign! Inspired by the Olympics theme and memories of Daley Thompson,…
Vodafone Foundation
The ‘Vodafone Foundation’s World of Difference’ programme is designed to allow individuals, with a passion to help a charity, to spend a year with their chosen cause. One of the Little John’s House Trustees, Beth Yorath, is one such individual. Since her first visit in 2002, Beth has worked tirelessly to support LJH, running many…
Photograph Tour of LJH
Want to know what Little John’s House actually looks like? Here is a quick photo tour of LJH… From the drive of Little John’s House looking at the main house. This is where the children eat, play and sleep: The barn. Converted to house two play rooms, accomodation for volunteers during summer school and…
Wellie Ball – 29th May 2010
British Bank Holiday drizzle heralded an impending sense of doom as we loaded the tent into our car. Faces blanched with fear we set off into the gloom; destination Winkleigh Mound. Arriving in Devon with a few other families on Saturday evening we were greeted with a bright atmosphere and…
Make a donation
A little goes a long way, and when you donate, you help to ensure our young people are provided with the love and opportunities they deserve. Become a source of hope and help for those who need it the most. There are different ways to make a donation: 1. Donate through…
How to volunteer
Each year many volunteers from all over Great Britain and beyond head out to Little John’s House for the annual summer school. Throughout the summer months, Little John’s House opens its doors to offer fun, activity and respite for children and young adults with additional needs from the local community.…