Brave boy inspires charity walk

A sponsored walk, inspired by a little boy with a debilitating genetic condition, has helped raise vital money for charity.
Fund-raising walkers turned out for the charity trek. Picture by Bartle Rippon/The AmblerFund-raising walkers turned out for the charity trek. Picture by Bartle Rippon/The Ambler
Fund-raising walkers turned out for the charity trek. Picture by Bartle Rippon/The Ambler

Seven-year-old Ollie Dryden, from Amble, has neurofibromatosis type one. It causes tumours to grow along the nerves, which can lead to a number of health issues.

Ollie, who endures daily difficulties related to the condition, has been supported by The Neuro Foundation.

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To give something back to the charity, his mother Amy and other loved ones decided to organise fund-raising events in May, as part of NF Awareness Month.

Last Saturday, more than 30 people took part in a sponsored walk from Boulmer to Amble, raising hundreds of pounds. This Saturday, a coffee morning is being held at Amble’s Radcliffe Club from 10.30am, with stalls, inflatables and a raffle, among other activities.