More than 210 young people aged between 14 and 35 have been screened for undetected heart conditions during a very special memorial event held at the Pear Tree Centre. The screening took place in memory of much-loved footballer Toby Chenery … Read More
After entering the London Marathon ballot for the past eight years, Reece Ling finally got the news he’d been waiting for when he secured his place for the 2026 event. He has chosen to support two charities, and the Pear … Read More
William Bird and Westhall Charity FC are holding a charity football match, barbecue, auction and quiz at Leiston Town Athletics Association to raise vital funds for our charity. The fun takes place on Sunday 17 May, starting with the barbecue … Read More
People aged between 14 and 35 are being invited to book an appointment at a special cardiac screening event taking place in memory of much-loved young footballer Toby Chenery. The 23-year-old’s family have joined forces with the charity CRY (Cardiac … Read More
Generous golfers have taken to the tees to raise a record-breaking £13,092 during the Pear Tree Fund’s 10th annual golf day – taking the total raised over the past decade to more than £62,000. The charity hosted its 2025 competition … Read More
What a night to remember! Here at the Pear Tree Fund, we are still buzzing with excitement (and perhaps a touch of glamour!) after our hugely successful fashion show on Friday 12 September at Holton Village Hall. It was an … Read More
In 2021, the Woods family suffered an unimaginable tragedy, losing two young women just six weeks apart. The first loss was Emma Woods, who had bravely battled Turner Syndrome, a genetic condition, for many years. Just weeks later, the family … Read More
What does it take to complete the Nottingham Outlaw triathlon? This is challenge of epic proportions: a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a full 26.2-mile marathon. It’s an event that pushes the limits of human endurance. For our … Read More
Dying Matters Awareness Week is held every year to encourage communities to come together and open up conversations around death, dying, bereavement and care. This year’s awareness week runs from May 10 to 16. We are supporting the event by … Read More
The assistant manager at a popular Suffolk pub battled torrential rain and strong winds on Sunday (4 October) to complete the virtual London Marathon on behalf of the Pear Tree Fund. Aimee Button, who works at the Queen’s Head in … Read More