For most people, a 2.4-mile swim immediately followed by 112-mile cycle and 26.2-mile marathon is enough of a challenge. But, despite having never attempted an Ironman before, REME vehicle mechanic, Cpl Alan Jones, undertook the recent Bolton Ironman Challenge wearing full military gear, including …
**Veteran, amputee and fundraiser, Steve Owen, is the second guest on Aspire , a new podcast by Scotty's Little Soldiers aimed at 18- to 25-year-olds. He discusses life in the Army, voluntarily having his leg amputated and his inspiring road to recovery. Listen to the full interview here . This …
This month, Scotty’s Little Soldiers founder, Nikki, talks about some of the things we did in July, from releasing the brand-new ‘Help Me, I’m Grieving’ podcast series for bereaved children and young people, to hosting our first ever Springboard Away Weekend for 18 to 25-year-olds, and even …
MNE Ralph Michael Hebden was an active hiker, painter and proud soldier in the Royal Marines. A member of the cadets as a child, he had wanted to join the military his whole life and served for over 12 years. During this time, he completed five tours including Iraq and Afghanistan. On the 11th of …
Bereaved military 18-25 year olds, supported by Scotty’s Little Soldiers, enjoyed a weekend away in the Peak District, organised by the charity, where they took on physical activities that helped them build their confidence and meet other young adults who have also experienced the death of a parent …
Scotty’s Little Soldiers, the charity for bereaved military children, has released a new podcast series, ‘Help Me, I’m Grieving.’ ‘Help Me, I’m Grieving’ is a series of short conversations between Lorna Vyse, the charity’s Child Bereavement Support Specialist, and Ben, who has experienced childhood …
