Robbie Anderson Cancer Trust

Supporting young people affected by cancer

Francesca Mattioli’s Ironman Triathlon

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Francesca Mattioli Completes the World’s Hardest Ironman Triathlon A HUGE well done to Francesca for completing the worlds hardest and most gruelling Ironman competitions, the famous X triathlon. A 2.5 mile swim in the Wasdale lake, a 118 mile Fred Whitton bike ride followed by a marathon up Scafell Pike. It is truly an unbelievable achievement to complete such a momentous competition and all in the name of Robbie. Please take your time to look at her JustGiving page here.

Robbie’s Rugby Festival 2014

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Another spectacular event, please come and show support for this amazing tournament. Visit www.robbiesrugbyfestival.com for more information.  

Bryony’s Fund Raising Run

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Life long friend of Robbie’s, Bryony Haggart, is celebrating her 21st birthday by a chairty run for The Robbie Anderson Cancer Trust and for The Lucy Bluebird Cancer Trust. Please support her by visiting www.justgiving.com/Bryony-Haggart Bryony will be running 13miles starting from Robbies favourite place in Leicestershire, Market Bosworth Water Park and then finish at Lucy’s favourite place on the 4th May 2014.

Robbie’s Rugby Festival 2013

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In Aid of The Robbie Anderson Cancer Trust & The Jake McCarthy Foundation   Why do we do it? Both Robbie Anderson and Jake McCarthy lost their lives tragically at a very young age. Both charismatic, out going, fun loving people to be around, they separately fought their individual battles. We therefore hold a day of celebration in their name and to raise funds for their individual charities that use their memory to help others. Robbie at the age of just 12 years old was tragically diagnosed with Angiosarcoma, a rare form of cancer, which was terminal. During his 15 […]

New Teenage Cancer Unit

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The new Teenage Cancer Unit will be officially opened on February 25th 2013. The new unit includes a dedicated upgraded space for children with cancer, from birth to eighteen years. The space provides a four bed bay, three en-suite rooms and a large playroom and televisions. Adjoining is the brand new Teenage Cancer Trust unit, providing separate medical and recreational facilities for 13-24’s, with a two bed bay and three single en-suite rooms, including internet access, a chill out room and an area to make snacks. The new unit will ensure that all teenagers and young adults diagnosed with cancer […]

Robbie’s Big Drive 2012

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We’re off again! The third Big Drive to Monte Carlo, in the memory of & inspired by Robbie Anderson starts this week! Our continued aim is to help fund a £1.4 million, age appropriate cancer facility, at Leicester Royal Infirmary. Donations and Sponsorship are still desperately needed to ensure this project is realised this year after many years of campaigning. All the participants are self-funding the drive and all money raised will go towards the fund. Please follow our progess on our blog: http://robbiesbigdrive2012.wordpress.com/ Thank you very much for your support!

Greenwich to Paris Charity Bike Ride 2012

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220 mile slog over 3 days!! Christopher Burbidge (Babbage!) and 12 friends are looking for sponsors. Please support them by clicking on: http://www.justgiving.com/BikeRidePartDeux   BULLETIN: Recent rain is not helping the training but the good news is there are now 19 riders plus a 3 strong support team. Babbage is doing it for RACT but the worthy Air Ambulance and the charity for Prostate Cancer are among other organisations that some of the riders are fund raising for. Please keep the momentum going for these guys!!! More details to follow……..   A big thanks to Chris (Babbage) and all his […]