Charity launch packed calendar of challenge events for 2025
28 FEBRUARY 2025
Labour Ward Midwife Nicola Jones is encouraging the public to get active and join a sporting challenge, to help boost funds for local hospitals.
Nicola’s fundraising efforts and dedication have helped to provide a more comfortable birthing environment for women and their families at York Hospital.
Last year Nicola took on the Great North Swim, a one-mile challenge in Lake Windermere, which resulted in new projector lights, flameless candles, and aromatherapy diffusers, all creating a tranquil setting for patients on the Labour Ward.
Speaking on the improvements, Nicola said: “The lights and aromatherapy diffusers have made a massive difference to women. They love them and we’ve received great feedback. They really make the labour rooms more inviting and relaxing. I absolutely loved doing the lake swim, it was tough, but I really enjoyed it.”
The charity challenge events are suitable for beginners and the more experienced sporting enthusiast. Whether you’re interested in swimming, walking, running or golf, there’s something for all.
Natalie Marriott, Events Fundraiser for York and Scarborough Hospitals Charity, explained: “By signing up for one of our events in 2025, you’re not just taking on a rewarding personal challenge but will be helping to provide so many enhancements for patients across our hospitals. We’re incredibly grateful to Nicola and our other participants for getting involved.”
Interested in taking part? Take a look at our 2025 events.
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