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Introducing The Travers Foundation

31/12/2020

 
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The Travers Foundation is a volunteer run Charity that provides financial support to local 13 to 30 year-olds and help them to realise their dreams in sport, music and arts.

​We help by nurturing the talent of local teams, groups and individuals in Rutland, Leicestershire and Northamptonshire.


What support is available?​
  • Coaching Support - providing funding for the direct cost of coaching and professional support for groups or individuals including sports, creative arts and the performing arts. 
  • Studio Support - providing funding for recording studio time for aspiring musicians both groups and individuals. 
  • ​Competition Support -  providing funding for competition costs including travel expenses, accommodation expenses and competition entry fees for sporting teams or individuals.
  • Performance Support – providing funding for pre-production costs for groups planning a production or event. This can include Auditions, Rehearsals and People costs. 
More information may be found here 

Couch to triathlon proves Sue’s determination

5/10/2020

 
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As if in an effort to prove that you can do anything if you set your mind to it, Sue Foster completed her first triathlon in September, just a year after returning to regular exercise.
 
Sue, 47, from Stanwick, completed the Sywell Triathlon, comprising a 500m swim, a 12-mile bike ride and a 5k run, in aid of The Travers Foundation after being diagnosed with workplace stress in 2019 and deciding that exercise, not medication, was the solution.

 
Starting with a Park Run and aqua aerobics, followed eventually by open water swimming sessions at Sywell Reservoir, Sue found her health improving and her determination increasing.
 
“When I arrived at my first Park Run I sat in the car and cried because I thought I had no place there, but I made myself get out and do it – walking all the way round and finishing last, but I did it,” explained Sue. “With the help of the Couch To 5K app, I moved on to a mix of walking and running, gradually increasing how much I was running. Tri-January is a yearly introduction to triathlons, and I took advantage of free-swimming sessions at Northamptonshire Tri Club, which eventually introduced me to open water swimming. At that point  and I just thought ‘why not train for a triathlon?’. I had to learn to do front crawl, and I only had a mountain bike, not a road bike, but I made the decision and it just went from there.

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“After being really ill with stress, I found that I was doing something that made me feel good physically and mentally, I lost four stones and went from a size 18 to a size 10; I was really proud of myself and so were my family, and it has made such a difference to my life.”
Sue chose The Travers Foundation as her charity because it has supported her 19-year-old son, Matthew, who is a talented organist. The organisation, which was set up to support young people’s development in sports, music, and the arts, helps fund Matthew’s music lessons.
 
“It’s a fantastic charity and all about supporting young people,” said Sue. “My target is £1,000 and I’ve raised almost £900, and I know there’s still pledges to come in. People supported me – I had people encouraging me and pushing me on right through the event, including people who weren’t even part of the event cycling or running alongside me to keep me going and motivate me.
 
“Finishing the triathlon was exciting and energising and I’m very proud of what I have achieved, and as The Travers Foundation is all about trying to improve yourself, it seems like the right cause to support.”
 
Find out more about The Travers Foundation at www.travers-foundation.org.uk
 
To support Sue Foster’s fundraising, visit her JustGiving page here

Stars set to shine once lockdown ends

27/7/2020

 
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Young performing artists may well find that they emerge from lockdown onto one of the biggest stages in the region thanks to a competition to find exceptional new talent.
 
Travers Rising Stars is an invitation to any bands, performing groups or solo artists between the ages of 13 and 30 from Leicestershire, Northamptonshire or Rutland, to show what they can do.

 
Launched recently during the popular Glastonblaby Music Festival – which went online this year due to lockdown restrictions - the top prize for the winners of Travers Rising Stars will be the chance to perform live on stage at next year’s event in Blaby, Leicestershire.
 
The competition is being organised by one of the charities that benefited from this year’s Glastonblaby. The Travers Foundation is a volunteer-run charity that provides financial support to local 13 to 30-year-olds in the region to help them realise their dreams in sport, music and the arts.
 
Kieran Forsey from The Travers Foundation, said: “Live events have been hard hit this year, so we thought it would be an amazing opportunity to launch Travers Rising Stars, giving a new young band or artist the chance to secure a slot at a local festival when, hopefully, things are back to normal next year.
 
“We’ll be holding auditions and heats later this year and early next year with the help of local studios and radio stations, with a grand final planned for May. The winners will be invited to perform on stage at Glastonblaby 2021 as well as taking a way a host of other prizes, including valuable studio time.”
 
Those keen to make their break in the local music scene can register their interest now at www.traversrisingstars.com to secure a place.

Be the driving force behind a young person’s success

27/5/2020

 
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With coronavirus seriously impacting on its ability to help young people in the worlds of the arts and sport, The Travers Foundation have taken another route to raising funds.

A Land Rover driving experience is up for grabs through an online raffle as the Northamptonshire-based charity begins making plans to kickstart its efforts in preparation for 2021.

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Because of the devastating effects lockdown has had on sporting events and arts venues this year, the organisation has closed 2020 applications – but has launched an online appeal in the hope of being ready to step up again as the situation begins to return to normal.

The Travers Foundation is a volunteer-run charity that provides financial support to local 13 to 30-year-olds to help them realise their dreams in sport, music and the arts. The talents of teams, groups and individuals in Northamptonshire, Rutland and Leicestershire are nurtured with the help of grants.

Typically, support is available for coaching and professional support for those in sports or the arts; studio support for the performing arts; competition support to cover entry fees and travel and accommodation expenses and performance support to help cover planning costs, auditions and rehearsals.

Terry Forsey, Chairman of The Travers Foundation, said: “The coronavirus pandemic and lockdown hit the world of sport and the arts very hard indeed, and it also hit the charity sector very hard.

“Because venues are closed and events are cancelled, we can’t help any more young people this year, but we are keen to get the ball rolling again to make sure we’re there for them when applications reopen. The problem is, arranging fundraising events is no longer straightforward, so an online raffle seemed a logical solution.”

The charity has, therefore, launched an online raffle, selling tickets for £1 each with the lucky ticket winning a Half Day Land Rover Experience for up to three people at the East of England off-road centre in Rockingham, Northamptonshire.

Enter the raffle at https://raffall.com/18498/enter-raffle-to-win-charity-land-rover-experience-hosted-by-terry-forsey The raffle closes on 3 July 2020 at 5pm.
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Find out more about the work of The Travers Foundation at www.travers-foundation.org.uk

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CORONAVIRUS SITUATION UPDATE - THE TRAVERS FOUNDATION

23/3/2020

 
Local volunteer-run charity The Travers Foundation has vowed to carry on supporting the young people currently being funded by it.
 
The Travers Foundation helps young people aged between 13 and 30 living in Northamptonshire, Leicestershire and Rutland with funding to realise their dreams in sport, music and arts. 
 
However, in light of the current circumstances regarding the coronavirus and its impact on sporting events worldwide and the temporary closures of arts venues, their support packages may be revised.

 
Sadly, the funding team will not be able to consider any new applications until at least June 2020, and then that will be for future funding only as they are unable to look at retrospective funding applications.  Therefore for anyone new applying for support, it has to be for activities from July 2020 onwards.
 
Terry Forsey, chairman of The Travers Foundation, said:
 "We work with young people all the time at The Travers Foundation and appreciate that this is an extremely worrying time for them, with exams cancelled, schools shut and so much uncertainty in their lives.
 
"That's why we wanted to reassure the young people we currently support that we will continue supporting them.
 
"We didn't want to put looking at new funding applications on hold, but with so many events worldwide being postponed, restrictions on coaching and training in place, and arts venues cancelling programmes, we had to take a pragmatic approach."
 
The Travers Foundation showcase, 'Living Your Dream', featuring many of the talented young sports people and artists supported by the charity, has been postponed from its original date of 1st May and will be rescheduled for Wednesday 7th October 2020 at The Core at Corby Cube.
 
This event is being created in conjunction with the team at The Core at Corby Cube, and members of the Core Theatre's Youth Advisory Panel will be responsible for planning and producing the whole showcase.  'Living Your Dream' is being kindly sponsored by M R Industrial Services Ltd of Corby.  More details will follow soon.
 
For further information on the work of the Travers Foundation please visit www.travers-foundation.org.uk
 
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Christmas Raffle 2019 - and the winners are ...

2/1/2020

 
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Thank you to everyone who bought raffle tickets and to all our amazing volunteers who helped sell them. Final numbers yet to be announced but we’re confident and delighted to announce we’ve exceeded £4,000!
The winners are

  • The unique Lewis Hamilton picture is Reg Stead
  • The Diamond Club Maritima holiday in Lanzarote is Vicky Oakes
  • The Silverstone Experience is Helen Richards
  • And the Image Exclusive Photography is Anita Kenyon
Well done to you all we’ve made contact and hope you all enjoy to prizes

LEWIS HAMILTON & LANZAROTE

28/10/2019

 

TOP PRIZES IN THE TRAVERS FOUNDATION CHARITY CHRISTMAS RAFFLE

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Fans of Lewis Hamilton, take note!  Top prize in local charity The Travers Foundation's Christmas raffle is an exclusive, signed, framed photo of the F1 star worth a whopping £950.
 
This unique picture was taken by his official photographer, the multi-award-winning Steve Etherington, after Lewis won the British Grand Prix at Silverstone in July 2019.
 
This  is a one-of-a-kind prize that money can't buy - except it can, if you purchase raffle tickets costing just £2 each and are then lucky enough to win the draw!
 
A book of five tickets costing £10 can be purchased on-line from www.justgiving.com/fundraising/travers-raffle-2019
 
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or those who'd like to view the picture, it's making a mini-tour of the area and will be available to be seen in the following locations, where tickets will also be available for purchase:Lydia's Coffee Shop and Store, Gretton - from Monday 4th to Saturday 9th November;
The Blue Bell Inn, Gretton - from Monday 11th November to Sunday 17th November;
Paul's Restaurant and Wine Lounge, Bottesford - from Monday 18th November until Friday 29th November;
The Falcon Hotel, Uppingham - Monday 2nd December until Sunday 8th December (including late night shopping on Thursday 5th December);
The Brook Whipper Inn, Oakham - Monday 9th December (late night shopping);
The Falcon Hotel, Uppingham - Tuesday 10th December until Sunday 15th December;
The Hatton Arms, Gretton - from Monday 16th to Sunday 22nd December;
The Falcon Hotel, Uppingham - Monday 23rd December to Sunday 29th December.


The runner-up prize is seven nights' self-catering accommodation in a one-bedroom apartment (sleeping up to four people) at the luxurious Diamond Club Maritima Resort in Puerto del Carmen, Lanzarote, kindly donated by Resort Solutions of Market Harborough.  Please note that flights are not included.
 
The draw will be made at 12 noon on Tuesday 31st December, 2019 at The Blue Bell Inn, Gretton, and the winners will be notified directly.  Everyone is welcome to attend the prize draw.
 
The annual Christmas raffle is to raise funds for the Gretton-based, volunteer-led charity which helps young people aged between 13 and 30 years living in Northamptonshire, Leicestershire or Rutland improve their skills in sports, the creative arts and the performing arts, and helps them to achieve their full potential in their chosen fields.
 
For further information on the work of the Travers Foundation please visit www.travers-foundation.org.uk
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Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440
 
The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203

'I WANT TO BE NUMBER ONE IN GREAT BRITAIN'

1/10/2019

 

KETTERING ARCHER JAMES MASON ACHIEVES HIS AIM WITH TRAVERS FOUNDATION HELP

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When James Mason, a young archer from Kettering, first contacted The Travers Foundation in December 2016 about funding, his aim was clear - he wanted to be the best-ranked in Great Britain, but he needed the charity's help to achieve this.
 
The volunteer-run charity, based in Gretton, was set up in 2012 to help young people aged between 13 and 30 years living in Northamptonshire, Leicestershire or Rutland improve their skills in sports, the creative arts and the performing arts, and achieve their full potential.
 
During James' time working with The Travers Foundation he has not only achieved his ambition of being the best in Britain, he's also won a hoard of gold medals at numerous national and international tournaments.  In 2017 he won gold at the British Championships; in 2018 in the European Archery Championships; and in 2019 at the World Cup in Berlin.
 
But now, as James reaches his milestone 30th birthday, this sadly means that the charity can no longer offer him financial support as he's passed the upper age-limit.
 
James explains his relationship with the charity and what it means to him:
 "Prior to receiving support from The Travers Foundation, I would struggle to find the funds required to attend national tournaments, and competing on the international stage was a distant dream.
 
"Receiving support from the charity has provided a huge relief, and allowed me to compete at more events both nationally and internationally.  During my time with the Travers Foundation, I have grown in confidence and now feel comfortable on the international stage."
 
James - who first picked up a bow at just four years old - has a Team Gold from the European Archery Championships in Legnica, Poland, a highly significant achievement as this was the first time ever GB had won a European compound bow men's team gold, and also 50 years since Team GB come top at this championship.
 
Terry Forsey, Chairman of The Travers Foundation, said:
"Words cannot express how immensely proud we are of James and what he has achieved over the time we've worked together.  He's been to tournaments in Las Vegas, Shanghai, Slovenia, Berlin, and Poland to name but a few - and just about everywhere he goes, he wins!  He's phenomenally talented, and we will really miss working with him.
 
"We had a small 'leaving do' for James, where some of the Travers' team got a chance to say goodbye.  But although we can sadly no longer offer him financial support, we will continue to follow his career and wish him all the best for the next stage in his journey."
 
For more information about James Mason, or if you'd like to sponsor him, please visit his Facebook page 'James Mason Archery'.
 
For further information on the work of the Travers Foundation please visit www.travers-foundation.org.uk
 
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Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440
 
The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203

600 Mile cycle ride to Berlin to raise money for Local Charities

2/7/2019

 
PictureIn June 2017 Andrew & James completed a 350 Mile Charity Sponsored ride to Paris
Andrew Hartley & James Firmin will be cycling from Gretton, Northamptonshire to Berlin, a distance of 600 miles.
 
​These riders will be raising funds for two local volunteer run charities: The Travers Foundation and Integrated Cancer Therapies.
 
Starting on Sunday 21st July, they anticipate that this trek will average 75 miles a day and they will arrive on Sunday 28th July. The pair will set off - Le Grand Départ - from Gretton Village Green at 9am and people are encouraged to come along and wish them Bon Voyage! 
 
They are being met at The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin Paris by The Travers Foundation chairman Terry Forsey and his wife Susan.
 
Andrew says:  "Having worked closely with The Travers Foundation for a number of years we've seen first-hand the difference they are making in the lives of these young people they support.  We have been training for several months, and we know this journey will be gruelling."


Sponsor Andrew & James
"Thank you for all your goodwill and donations. Anyone is welcome to cycle with us on any of our stages. We're hopeful we can raise lots of money for our chosen charities, safe in the knowledge that every penny will be spent on the people who need help."
 
​Terry Forsey, Chairman of The Travers Foundation, says: "We are very grateful to Andrew & James for undertaking this huge journey to raise funds for two local volunteer run charities.  We are looking forward to meeting them in Berlin, complete with supplies and I'm guessing a much-needed support cushion for their return journey!"
 
For a route map and distances see https://www.travers-foundation.org.uk/gretton-to-berlin-sponsored-cycle-ride-2019.html
 
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The Travers Foundation is a volunteer run Charity that provides funding and financial support to local 13-30year olds to help them achieve their dreams in sport, music and the arts. For further information please visit www.travers-foundation.org.uk
 
Read our 2019 Annual Review here  https://www.travers-foundation.org.uk/uploads/5/6/0/0/5600113/travers_foundation_-_annual_review_2019_online.pdf
 
Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440
The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203

Gretton Charity Sportive 2019 - Rider times

18/6/2019

 

Rider times for the 30 mile short route

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Rider times for the 64 mile long route

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Gretton Charity Sportive raises £3,000

15/6/2019

 
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The annual Gretton Charity Sportive attracted almost 100 cyclists of all ability from throughout the East Midlands to enjoy the Northamptonshire & Rutland countryside on Saturday 15 June. Riders could choose either a 30 or 64-mile circuit, cyclists matched their skills to the challenge of the course and help raise over £3,000 for The Travers Foundation.
 
Bruce Donald, Trustee and Event Director said “We were so lucky to enjoy a dry sunny morning after a week of rain. This attracted a bumper turnout. Everyone was very complimentary of the challenging course with spectacular views as well as the friendly atmosphere and the party that followed. This was a resounding success and is now well set as a popular annual event. I would add special thanks to Elecosoft for providing drinks bottles and sweets to all the riders and to Electrical Compliance and Safety Limited (ECS) for providing our support and rescue vehicle, ensuring the safety of all riders.”
 
Cyclists and volunteers alike were able to relax and unwind with a barbecue and entertainment from The Corby Radio Bus.
 
Terry Forsey, Chairman of The Travers Foundation added “I would like to thank the army of willing volunteers who worked hard to create an event they should be proud of. Everyone at The Travers Foundation is a volunteer so every penny raised will go straight to helping local young people achieve their dreams in Sport, the Creative and Performing arts.”
 
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The Travers Foundation is a volunteer run Charity that provides funding and financial support to local 13-30year olds to help them achieve their dreams in sport, music and the arts. For further information please visit www.travers-foundation.org.uk<http://www.travers-foundation.org.uk>
 
Read The Travers Foundation 2019 Annual Review here https://www.travers-foundation.org.uk/annual-review-2019.html
 
Elecosoft provides integrated software and associated services to the worldwide architectural, engineering, construction and owner/operator (AECO) industries from offices in UK, Germany, Sweden, the Benelux and the US for more information please visit www.elecosoft.com<http://www.elecosoft.com>
 
ECS provide the highest standard of electrical compliance testing, inspection, maintenance, installation and safety services nationwide. For more information please visit www.ecs-group.co.uk<http://www.ecs-group.co.uk>
 
Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440 The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203


Gretton Charity Sportive 15th June 2019 - Back by Popular Demand ​

1/4/2019

 
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This year the Gretton Charity Sportive is on the 15 June, it’s a great day out for cyclists of all ability.
 
There are two options a 30-mile (1800ft of climbing) or a 64-mile route (4100ft of climbing).
Early bird tickets are available to the 30th April 2019
  • - 64-mile route start time 9-9:30am, entry fee £35 (£30 Early Bird)*
  • - 30-mile route start time 9:30-10am, entry fee £30 (£25 Early Bird)*
 
The Gretton Charity Sportive starts from the Gretton Sports Club, both rides allow you spectacular views of the Eyebrook reservoir and the Welland Valley. The first feed station for both routes is at 22 miles and the second at 50 miles. Showers are available at the sports club and the licensed bar will open at 11am. There will be a family barbeque from 12pm.
 
All proceeds are going to The Travers Foundation so why not set up a fundraising page and help us provide funding and financial support to 13 to 30-year-olds to help them improve their skills in sport, music and the arts.


We look forward to seeing you all again and meeting all the new participants.

Olympic Medals for Oakham Pair - Supported by The Travers Foundation

22/3/2019

 
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Congratulations to Abbie Grey & Sam Burton from Oakham's Rutland Conquerors on their OUTSTANDING Achievement - Special Olympics medal winners in Adu Dhabi.

- Abbie & the ladies GB basketball team brought home bronze!

- Sam & the men's GB basketball team brought home gold!

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Both families as so proud of all they achieved, they had an amazing experience, made friends & achieved their dream of going to the Olympics. The Travers Foundation are honoured to have had the opportunity to play our part.

The Travers Foundation 2019 Annual Review is now available

1/2/2019

 
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The Travers Foundation are please to release their 2019 Annual review.

Terry Forsey Chairman of this local Charity reported "2018 was a good year for The Travers Foundation with funding holding steady. We have more contracts in place supporting our young people. What is most encouraging is the outcomes from our support in 2018 is an amazing 96 Gold Medals, 56 Silver and 43 Bronze a fantastic total of 195 medals and superb increase of 40% on 2017."

The annual report shows the level of success continues to rise. 2019 starts with The Travers Foundation celebrating champions across the board including
  • Abi Clark, Sailing Gold Medal winner at the RYA Youth Nationals
  • James Mason, European Championship team Gold Medalist
  • Emily Brown, UK Junior Ballroom Dancing Champion
  • Callum Farr, West of England Golf Champion
  • Marita Davies, Gold medal Crufts Dog Agility qualifier
  • Freya Batkin, Three-time regional Triathlon winner
  • Fynn Batkin, Gold in European Youth Mixed Relay
And last but by no means least
  • Tom Symonds, WKC World Kickboxing Champion.
 
The Travers Foundation was also recognised this year for its work as a 100% volunteer tun charity. They were presented with The Biz Club Award by Dr Sarah Furness the new Lord Lieutenant of Rutland. Full details of this award may be found in the Annual Review.

​A copy of the 2019 Annual Review is available from www.travers-foundation.org.uk/annual-review-2019.html

Terry concluded "I'd like to say a massive thank you to all our supporters and volunteers for making 2018 another successful year. I look forward to 2019 being a great year of success, of medals and of champions."

The Travers Foundation announces it's new Patron

7/1/2019

 
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Local charity The Travers Foundation is delighted to announce its new Patron, Geoffrey Pointon.

Geoffrey Pointon is a local boy, born and educated in Leicester before serving his national service in the RAF Regiment, mostly in Germany.
 
Geoffrey founded Pointon York in 1971 and over the following 40 years the Group developed and sold several specialist financial services businesses including Lloyds insurance broking and banking. However, Geoffrey is best known for his activities in growing pensions and asset management businesses, particularly those offering self-administered schemes, with Pointon York SIPPS being sold to Curtis Banks in October 2014. Geoffrey served as Deputy Chairman of NASDIM and FIMBRA and was a councillor of the City of London, of which he is a Freeman.
 
Geoffrey was a co-founder of The Biz Club in 2007. This local organisation provides networking opportunities for business owners with the aim of increasing profitable growth of the smaller business sector. It also develops and encourages communication between politicians and business people. This is where Geoffrey met Terry Forsey who formed the Travers Foundation in 2012. 
 
Geoffrey was impressed the innovative approach to building a charity from scratch and run entirely by volunteers.  Geoffrey said, “This enterprising vision has helped scores of local young people to achieve their goals using grit, determination and talent to help put Rutland, Leicestershire and Northamptonshire on the map.”
 
Geoffrey is a long-time supporter of Leicester Tigers as well as an enthusiastic supporter of the arts. It was the combination of these interests which drove him to accept the role of Patron of The Travers Foundation for 2019.

Christmas raffle raises £1,900 for The Travers Foundation

3/1/2019

 
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 The Christmas Raffle from the Travers Foundation was drawn on Monday 31st December by Joe Byrne, Manager of The Blue Bell Inn in Gretton.
 
The Winner was Kieran Forsey from Bottesford, Leicestershire. Kieran wins a signed limited-edition wildlife print by artist Ralph Steadman supplied Goldmark Gallery in Uppingham.
 
The picture was presented to the Travers Foundation by The Biz Club, Uppingham for the innovative vision, creating a charity that is run entirely by volunteers.
 
The Raffle was strongly supported by The Falcon Uppingham where the picture was on display and tickets were sold throughout December.
 
Martin McEvoy, Trustee of the Travers Foundation said “We are very proud to see our success recognised with the Biz Club Award as it’s a testimony to all the young people we support and the volunteers who work so tirelessly.   I would like to extend our sincere thanks to The Falcon Hotel for their support of our Raffle and for helping us to raise that fantastic sum of £1,900. Every penny of which will help us to provide financial support to local young people to help them to reach for the stars.”
 
The Travers Foundation is a volunteer run Charity that provides funding and financial support to local 13-30year olds to help them achieve their dreams in sport, music and the arts. For more information on the Travers Foundation visit: www.travers-foundation.org.uk

The Travers Foundation wins Rutland Biz Club Award

19/11/2018

 
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Dr Sarah Furness, the Lord Lieutenant of Rutland presented Gretton businessman Terry Forsey with a prestigious local award that celebrates enterprising people in Rutland, at the Falcon Hotel in Uppingham.

The annual Rutland Biz Club Award was awarded to Terry on behalf of The Travers Foundation charity, which he founded. 
It supports young people in Northamptonshire, Rutland and Leicestershire to achieve outstanding results in sports, performing arts and creative arts.

Terry impressed the Biz Club judges and sponsor The Falcon Hotel, with his innovative vision to set up the foundation that is run entirely by volunteers. In 2017 they raised £32,378 to support 151 young people aged 13 to 30 who have won 139 awards and medals nationally and internationally.

Terry employed the enterprising skills he used to build up his own successful software marketing company to set up the charity to inspire and motivate young people to achieve their goals including Chris Southwell (22) from Oakham who has autism. Chris won Great Britain’s first ever Basketball gold medal at the Special Olympics in Los Angeles in 2015 after receiving £1,250 match funding for his trip from the Travers Foundation.

Terry said: “We are very proud to see our success recognised with the Biz Club Award as it’s is a testimony to all the young people we support and the volunteers who work so tirelessly.  The financial support we provide young people helps them to reach for the stars.”

Rutland’s Lord Lieutenant Dr Sarah Furness presented Terry with a trophy and a cheque for £500 to spend on a work of art. Terry has already purchased a signed limited-edition print by wildlife artist Ralph Steadman from Goldmark Gallery in Uppingham and this is available as a raffle prize to support the work of the charity. Tickets may be purchased from www.travers-foundation.org.uk

Biz Club President Geoffrey Pointon said: “Terry impressed the judges with his innovative approach to building a charity from scratch. His enterprising  vision has helped scores of local young people to achieve their goals using grit, determination and talent to help put Rutland, Leicestershire and Northamptonshire on the map.”

The Biz Club provides networking opportunities for business owners and would be owners with the aim of increasing profitable growth of the smaller business sector. It also develops and encourages communication between politicians and business people. Past speakers include; businesswoman Nicola Horlick, Sir Graham Brady MP and former CBI chief John Cridland. For more information on the Biz Club and forthcoming events visit: www.thebizclub.co.uk

The Travers Foundation is a volunteer run Charity that provides funding and financial support to local 13-30year olds to help them achieve their dreams in sport, music and the arts. For more information on the Travers Foundation visit:
www.travers-foundation.org.uk
 
Read our 2017 Annual Review here
http://www.travers-foundation.org.uk/uploads/5/6/0/0/5600113/travers_annual_review_2017.pdf
 
Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440
The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203

Gretton Charity Sportive Update - Oliver's Photos Now Available

21/6/2018

 
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A big thank you to everyone who took part in our inaugural Gretton Charity Sportive and made the day such a success.

We are pleased to provide a selection of photos taken by our volunteer photographer Oliver Glynne-Jones
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View all photos here

Gretton Charity Sportive Update - Times now available

19/6/2018

 
A big thank you to everyone who took part in our inaugural Gretton Charity Sportive and made the day such a success.

We are pleased to provide route times by rider number and ride time. Congratulations to you all and we look forward to welcoming you back to next years event. We will keep you updated via Facebook and email.
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115 cyclists raised £3,000 at Gretton Charity Sportive

12/6/2018

 
PictureSponsors ECS provided on course support and rescue vehicles for the Gretton Charity Sportive
The inaugural Gretton Charity Sportive attracted 115 cyclists from as far as Gloucester & Leeds to enjoy the Northamptonshire & Rutland countryside on Saturday 9 June. Choosing either a 30 or 64-mile circuit, cyclists matched their skills to the challenge of the course and help raise over £3,000 for The Travers Foundation.
 
Bruce Donald, Trustee and Event Director said “We are pleased to have attracted so many participants both young and old. Everyone really enjoyed the challenging course as well as the friendly atmosphere and the party that followed. This was a resounding success and looks set to become a popular annual event. I would add special thanks to Electrical Compliance and Safety Limited (ECS) for providing our support and rescue vehicles, ensuring the safety of all riders.”
 
While the adults were on the road, over 30 young riders enjoyed an off road fun ride at the Gretton Playing Fields. Marshalled by Julie Riley ex-Mayor of Corby and Patron of The Travers Foundation, riders from 4 to 14 completed the grass track with much support from family and friends.
 
Cyclists and volunteers alike were able to relax and unwind with a barbecue and after event entertainment from The Top Banana Band.
 
Terry Forsey, Chairman of The Travers Foundation added “I would like to thank the army of willing volunteers who worked hard to create an event they should be proud of. Everyone at The Travers Foundation is a volunteer so every penny raised will go straight to helping local young people achieve their dreams in Sport, the Creative and Performing arts.”
 
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The Travers Foundation is a volunteer run Charity that provides funding and financial support to local 13-30year olds to help them achieve their dreams in sport, music and the arts. For further information please visit www.travers-foundation.org.uk<http://www.travers-foundation.org.uk>
 
Read our 2017 Annual Review here
http://www.travers-foundation.org.uk/uploads/5/6/0/0/5600113/travers_annual_review_2017.pdf
 
Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440
The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203

Gretton Charity Sportive - Riders Instructions

7/6/2018

 
To all Riders in the Gretton Charity Sportive, thank you for registering.

With over 75 riders registered, we’re looking forward to a great day!

Please note it is mandatory for ALL cyclists (including kids), to wear a recognised cycling helmet.

Both the 30 and 64 mile routes are on public roads so cyclists must obey the Highway Code at all times.
Below is the information you need to make the day a success and enjoyable for all.


  1. Venue: The event is being held at Gretton Sports & Social Club, Kirby Road, Gretton, NN17 3DB. Car parking will be well signposted and is a short walk from the event.  Please use the dedicated car park rather than parking on the street as we need the roads clear for the event.
  2. Toilets & changing facilities including showers: These are available at the sports club and will be open all day. Bags can be left in the changing rooms but this is at your own risk.
  3. Registration: This will be open from 8am at the sports & social club.  Here you will be given your event number, which needs to be attached to the front of your bike (cable ties will be provided). If you entered before the 11 May you will also receive your shirt.
  4. Start times & routes: Both routes have a staggered start with groups being set off in 5 minute intervals. The 64 mile route is from 9 – 9:30am and the 30 mile route from 9:30 – 10am. Please make your way to the start line in good time where there will be a briefing about the routes, which will highlight any hazards or changes to the route due to unforeseen circumstances. If you would like to download the route please click on the appropriate link and then on menu -> download and then follow the instructions.  Short route (30 miles)  or Long route (64 miles). There will be two vans on call to rescue any cyclists who have a mechanical problem or need to quit. The vans will be carrying no spares and are only there to get cyclists back to Gretton sports & social club. If you would like to see how you did we will email the results after the event.  
  5. Feed stations: The first feed station for both routes will be at Spokes Café at approx. 22 miles and the second feed station (for the long route only) will be at approx. 50 miles. The feed stations will provide water, flapjacks and an assortment of sweets. Spokes Café do great teas & coffees and amazing cakes if you wish to purchase extra!
  6. Kids ride: Registration for the kids ride opens at midday and they must register before participating. They will be given an event number which needs to be attached to the front of the bike. All participants in the kids ride must be at the start line for 1pm. The kids will be invited to cycle as many laps of the recreation ground and will have their total distance recorded on a personal certificate.
  7. Family and friends in support: Tea, coffee and cakes will be on sale from 10am, courtesy of the Gretton Baptist Church.
  8. Bar & BBQ: The licensed bar will open at 11am with hamburgers & hot dogs being on sale from midday.
  9. Live music: The highly energetic and funky Top Banana Band will get the party started sometime between 2 & 2:30pm (depending on when the last cyclist returns). There is no charge for this so please invite your friends and family to party the afternoon away with you and celebrate in your achievements!!!
  10. Sponsors & volunteers: We also need to thank all our sponsors and volunteers because without them the event wouldn’t go ahead.
 
  • Electrical Compliance & Safety Ltd (ECS)
  • The Blue Bell pub in Gretton
  • ​Terry Forsey Consulting
  • Kettering Roofing Ltd
  • Fabulous French
  • Gretton Sports Club
  • Spokes Café

LAMB & HOLMES SOLICITORS SPONSOR THE TRAVERS FOUNDATION

21/3/2018

 
Picture(From Left to Right): The Partners from Lamb & Holmes Solicitors Mr Adam Hampton, Mr Edward Lamb, Mr Chris Atkinson with Mr Andrew Hartley and Mr Callum Farr from The Travers Foundation along with Mr Glenn Robinson, Ms Kalminder Kaur and Mr Michael Reed from Lamb & Holmes.
The Travers Foundation have got the ball rolling for 2018 thanks to a generous donation from Lamb & Holmes Solicitors.

The volunteer run charity that helps local 13 to 30 year olds improve their skills in sports, the creative and performing arts
will use the donation from Lamb & Holmes, to help 19 year old Golfer, Callum Farr from Gretton, Northamptonshire.


Established in 2012, The Travers Foundation supported one hundred and fifty one young people in 2017 and helped them to achieve an incredible 96 Gold, 25 Silver and 18 Bronze medals. 

Terry Forsey, who founded the charity, and works alongside an all-volunteer team, says: “I am delighted that Lamb & Holmes have chosen to support The Travers Foundation. We are a local charity, helping local young people and are proud to be working with a local solicitor who wants to give back to their community.”

Callam Farr has been playing Golf for the last ten years and is a member of the Northamptonshire County Golf Club. He had a successful 2017 competing in the UK and European amateur events, winning The Royal Birkdale Silver Goblet. He also competed in the Faldo Series winning the England Midlands Championship at Trentham in August and achieving a top 10 finish in the Grand Final in Abu Dhabi.    

The donation from Lamb & Holmes will contribute towards the coaching and competition support which Callum will receive from The Travers Foundation for the 2018 season.

It is extremely important for Lamb & Holmes to give something back to the local community. A huge number of their existing clients are locally based and having been providing law services for over 200 years, they understand how vital it is to support local charities and groups such as The Travers Foundation.
Glenn Robinson, who is a Partner at Lamb & Holmes, says: “As a responsible local legal firm we’re always keen to support groups and organisations in the areas where we live and work.

“Charitable organisations play such an important role within their communities, so we were only too happy to make a donation to The Travers Foundation and would like to wish them every success for their fundraising attempts this year.”

For further information on the legal services available at Lamb & Holmes Solicitors please visit www.lambandholmes.com.  Alternatively please contact the Kettering office on 01536 513 195 or the Corby office on 01536 745 168.

For further information on the work of the Travers Foundation please visit www.travers-foundation.org.uk 
 
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Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440
The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203

THE GRETTON CHARITY SPORTIVE RAISES MONEY FOR LOCAL CHARITY

9/3/2018

 
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Whether you’re an experienced rider on enthusiastic beginner The Gretton Charity Sportive offers something for everyone and raises money for the popular local charity The Travers Foundation.
 
For cyclists there is the option of a 30-mile route which offer 1800ft of climbing or the more challenging 4100ft climb of the 64-mile route.
 
The start is at the playing fields in Gretton with a staggered start for the long course from 9am and the shorter route from 9:30am.
 
Both rides follow the same route to Glapthorn near Oundle before heading back towards Gretton. At Lyddington the long route then heads west and allows you spectacular views of the Eyebrook reservoir. The route then winds its way through the beautiful Welland Valley, with the big test coming at approximately 50 miles up to Neville Holt. There you are rewarded with some spectacular views across the Welland Valley.
 
The first feed station for both routes is at approximately 22 miles and the second at roughly 50 miles. Showers are available at the Gretton sports club and the licensed bar will open at 11am.
 
To make this a great family day out, at 1 O’clock the kids will have their turn with an off road fun bike route around the playing fields.
 
At the same time there is a BBQ sponsored, by the Blue Bell Inn in Gretton, selling food to replenish your energy levels before the excellent Top Banana Band get funky at 2pm.
 
Bruce Donald, event organiser and Trustee of the Travers Foundation said “The Gretton Charity Sportive is a wonderful opportunity for riders of all abilities to have a great day out and raise money for our charity. The afternoon allows the family to join in and have a good time. We are looking forward to seeing everyone in Gretton in June.”
 
All proceeds are going to The Travers Foundation and riders will be setting up fundraising pages to show their support.
 
For further information on the work of the Travers Foundation please visit http://www.travers-foundation.org.uk  
 
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The Gretton Cycling Sportive Information  – Bruce Donald, The Travers Foundation – 07717 307254
General Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440
The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203

Our Annual Review has just been published

21/2/2018

 
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The Travers Foundation Annual Review for 2017 is now available. If you click the picture above you will be able to read it.
Our Annual Review for 2017 is now available and includes the following information about our Charity.

- How we support our Young Stars
- How to apply for our support.
- How businesses can support The Travers Foundation
- How individuals can support The Travers Foundation
- Read some stories of Young People we have helped
- Introducing our 2018 Patron, Julie Riley
- Introducing our Trustees
​- Check out 2017 in Numbers (See also below)
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Numbered Days from Theatre in Black debut

8/2/2018

 
Well done to Ryan Leder and Theatre in Black, an excellent debut at the Corby Core Theatre for their new show "Numbered Days". Proud to be able to support this local talent!
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Governance
  • The Travers Foundation is a Registered Charity Number 1154203
  • Private Company Registration Number 08277339, Limited by Guarantee. 
  • The governing body is The Board of Trustees, which meets every quarter. 
  • Copies of our Policies & Constitution are available here
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