On the weekend of the 24th-25th September, accountants from East Anglian Accountancy firm, Aston Shaw headed to the Lake District to undertake the firm’s most challenging charity event yet – all in support of local children’s charity, EACH and their Nook Appeal.
Unfortunately, the weather was not on the team’s side and they had to endure heavy rain, hail, and 60mph winds. The treacherous weather only made what is already a gruelling challenge all the more difficult. Despite these difficult conditions, the team pushed on and covered some 44 kilometres (33 miles) and climbed a total height equal to half that of Mt Everest, all this within a combined time of 24 hours!
“I’m aching so much, but it was well worth it. An amazing weekend!” – Sophie Towler, Assistant Client Manager, Norwich
“Amazing determination and enthusiasm by all involved, through injuries, gale force winds, hailstorms and heavy rain. It was a great challenge to be part of especially as we have raised money for such a good cause.” – Vincent Crouch, Audit Manager, Norwich
“Seeing the team carry out the 24 peaks challenge was a great experience, everyone at Aston Shaw put in a great effort battling 60mph winds, rain and of course the tough terrain! I was pleased to be part of the team effort.” – Christopher Lock, Client Manager, Ipswich
Through this event and other fundraising initiatives taken by the firm, Aston Shaw has now almost reached their goal of raising £10,000 for EACH. With donations continuing to trickle in, Aston Shaw has hopes of raising more money this year than the previous one. You can help Aston Shaw raise money for EACH by visiting their JustGiving page and making a contribution: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/Aston-Shaw
This is not the first time staff members from Aston Shaw have taken on a daring challenge for charity. Last year, the firm committed to raising £10,000 through a sponsored skydive alongside various other fundraising activities.
EACH supports families and cares for children and young people with life-threatening conditions across Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk and Suffolk and relies heavily on donations from fundraising activities. The money raised will largely go towards the nook appeal; EACH is raising money for a new, bespoke hospice to be built in the heart of Norfolk. The new hospice will be much better equipped to provide the services that the children need, and will bring new facilities for the children to enjoy.