 Click on this image to see a full size version | The Travers Foundation is a volunteer run Charity that helps 13 to 30 year-olds improve their skills in sports, the creative arts and the performing arts. We help local teams, groups and individuals in Rutland, Leicestershire and Northamptonshire to achieve their potential. What support is available?
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 In 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." "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 ends 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 Rider times for the 30 mile short route Rider times for the 64 mile long route  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.” ends 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  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
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.  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! 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 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
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."  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.  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  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  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. 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.
 Sponsors 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.” ends 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 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.
 (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 ends Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440 The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203  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 ends 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
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!   Local charity The Travers Foundation is delighted to announce its new Patron, Julie Riley.
Julie got to know The Travers Foundation when she was the Mayor of Corby 2016 -2017. Her theme for the year was “Children are our future” and The Travers foundation was one of her 2 chosen charities. During her Mayoral year The Travers Foundation struck a chord with Julie with its support for local young people in the areas of the arts & sport. With close connections to the arts world, through her husband -a children entertainer Mr Custard and as a former Children’s entertainer herself Julie was encouraged to see the marvellous support afforded young people through the Travers Foundation. “There is a need for funding support for our young people. Lottery funding only benefits the few. Local young people who want to excel in the arts or in sport deserve funding based on their ability and not the resources of the bank of Mum and Dad. “ “Having met so many of the young people that The Travers Foundation have helped and seen the unfailing passion of the team, this has inspired me to be their Patron for 2018"  The Travers Foundation are delighted to announce the introduction of a new level of support aimed at Musical or Theatrical production.
Performance Support is available for groups planning a production or event as follows
Trustee Martin McEvoy said "Recently we have had several young producers approach us for funding and we found our existing funding models did not fit well to their needs. We are excited to announce our new "Performance Support" funding and feel this fits these groups much better." Please come to our website and apply at Apply for support Thank you to everyone for your help with the Big Raffle, raising over £1,000.
The draw was made on Tuesday 5th December and the winners are…
Let's do The Time Warp Again Gretton Village Hall will rock in spectacular, kitsch style on Saturday 07 October when a live cabaret show featuring the music of “The Rocky Horror Picture Show,” takes to the stage.
The Mocky Horror Tribute Show promises to delight and shock as its cast of professional singers recreate the sights and sounds of the cult classic cinema sensation. From The Time Warp to Sweet Transvestite, the show is packed full of catchy, crazy numbers, all wrapped up in the raunchiness, humour and outrageousness of the “Rocky Horror Picture Show.” Proceeds from the event will go to The Travers Foundation, a local volunteer run Charity which helps 13 to 30 years old living in Northamptonshire, Rutland or Leicestershire, improve their skills in sport, music and the arts. Terry Forsey, Chairman of The Travers Foundation, said: “I’m delighted the brilliant, flamboyant Mocky Horror Tribute Show will be performing in Gretton. The music and characters in this cult classic are a fabulous celebration of freedom and expression and it promises to be a riotous, highly entertaining evening. I hope to see as many people as possible dressed up as Brad, Janet, or Dr Frank-N-Furter, joining in, singing along and letting their hair down.” Tickets cost £15 (booking fee applies) and can be purchased from the Travers Foundation website www.travers-foundation.org.uk. Please bring your own drinks, glasses and snacks. So, get your glad rags off and your stockings on and prepare for a night out you will definitely remember! For further information on the work of the Travers Foundation please visit www.travers-foundation.org.uk ends Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440 The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203 THE TRAVERS FOUNDATION ONE OF TWO TO RECEIVE FUNDS Following a year in office, the former Mayor of Corby, Cllr Julie Riley, handed over £5,000 to two local charities on Friday 7th July.
Representatives from Cllr Riley’s chosen charities, the Travers Foundations and the Children’s Air Ambulance, were presented with half of the total £5,484 that had been raised over her year as Corby’s Mayor. In order to raise the money Cllr Riley held a host of events including a Fashion Show, a curry night, a golf competition, a variety show and of course the Mayor’s Annual Dinner. Cllr Julie Riley, said: ‘It has been a very busy year being Mayor but it was worth every single second in order to be able to hand over money to these two very worthwhile charities. ‘I am very proud to present these cheques to the Travers Foundation and the Children’s Air Ambulance and hope that it goes some way to helping them with the fantastic work that they do for so many in our Borough. ‘I would like to thank each and every person that helped with my events and that contributed to raising this money, whether that was through ticket sales, raffles or just kind hearted donations - every single penny has helped. I would also like to especially thank the Carnival Court for their support throughout my year in office, they have been fantastic’. For further information on the work of the Travers Foundation please visit www.travers-foundation.org.uk ends Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440 The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203 BEST TEAM AT HARINGEY BOX CUP 2017 Kings heath Team from left to right Len Fuller, assistant coach; James Conway, coach and Club Manager Noel Smith, Nico Leivers and Patrick Smith - Gold medalists And Arthur Daly Head Coach & The Haringey Box Cup! The members of Kings Heath Boxing club in Northampton have just won best team at the prestigious Haringey Box Cup in London, taking home an amazing five gold medals.
Anthony Joshua has been quoted as saying "The Haringey Box Cup is Europe's biggest international competition", so that gives you some idea of how big this event is in the world of boxing. Kings Heath Boxing Club is very small and run on a shoestring by two dedicated volunteer coaches, but through hard work and determination from all concerned, they managed to pull off what can only be described as a 'David vs. Goliath' victory against many of the biggest clubs in Europe. The club, based in Northampton, received funding from The Travers Foundation to help them attend this event. The Travers Foundation is a volunteer-led charity which helps 13 to 30 year olds living in Northamptonshire, Rutland or Leicestershire improve their skills in sports, the creative arts and the performing arts. Arthur Daly the head boxing coach described how everything had come together at the right time for the lads from the club, aged over 13. He managed to keep up their morale, persuaded them to carry on against ever-tougher opposition, and they achieved a well-deserved five gold medals. Their best boxer, Eithan James, who was boxing for England also won, and his score was added to the that of the team making them thoroughly convincing overall winners of best team at the Haringey Box Cup. With this being an amateur sport there's no prize money, so the club needed help with funding from The Travers Foundation to compete. Terry Forsey, Chairman of The Travers Foundation, said: "Kings Heath Boxing Club contacted us about help with funding to get the lads to their recent Haringey Box Cup competition in London, which we were more than happy to provide. "For them to then go on and win best team - beating major European clubs in the process - is a phenomenal result, and we couldn't be prouder of them. We wish Kings Heath Boxing Club all the best for the future and continued well-deserved success." For further information on the work of the Travers Foundation please visit www.travers-foundation.org.uk ends Press information – Terry Forsey, The Travers Foundation – 01536 771440 The Travers Foundation - registered charity number 1154203 |
