HAMELIN TRUST

This cause was part of Christmas Shopping Race
This unique race URL is https://ecoracing.co/cause/hamelin-trust-2361/


Thousands of people with a learning disability in Essex do not have any funded support. Because of this, many people feel lonely and are unable to do the things that they would love to do.

All the funds raised will help reduce this isolation and give opportunities for disabled people to meet new friends, access their hobbies and try new things. For example; providing spaces at our 'Incredi-bowls' bowling and social club, training to live independently or a session at our Hydrotherapy pool.

How does a virtual balloon race work?
The virtual balloons are ‘launched’ at the same time and whichever balloon is furthest from the starting point after 7 days will be declared the winner.

The race is not just a case of luck, your decisions can help or hinder your chances of winning. The race is based on real time weather conditions and you decide how much helium to put in your balloon and how thick the material is.

Thinner material may make the balloon lighter and faster, but it might be more likely to pop, whereas a thicker balloon may be more durable, but slower. Which way are you going to go?!

What’s great about this virtual race is the fact that no real balloons are involved which means it’s much safer for the environment and wildlife, but just as fun to be a part of!

You can also track your balloon throughout the race to see how it’s getting on.



What are the prizes?
The race is organised by EcoRacing with numerous charitable organisations taking part. The overall winner of the race from all entries will win a fantastic £100 with the runner up bagging an Amazon Alexa / Echo Dot 4th generation!

As a thank you for taking part and supporting the Trust, there are 5 festive chocolate treats up for grabs for the top 5 finishing Hamelin Trust balloons, but you never know you could also be the overall winner and win the grand prize!



How can I find out more?
More information about the race can be found by clicking here

If you need any help, please contact [email protected]

Thank you for your support. Good luck Team Hamelin!

Our fundraising target is: £500

Gross monies raised so far: £144

Supporters so far: 21

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Top 20 balloons within cause

  • #1 KELLY: travelled 233.33km FINISHED
    Race position: 20
    Cause position: 1

  • #2 Balloon: travelled 217.41km FINISHED
    Race position: 59
    Cause position: 2

  • #3 Santas Diamond : travelled 205.80km FINISHED
    Race position: 92
    Cause position: 3

  • #4 Chris mas1: travelled 193.41km POPPED
    Race position: 102
    Cause position: 4

  • #5 My beautiful balloon: travelled 159.16km POPPED
    Race position: 140
    Cause position: 5

  • #6 Snowflake: travelled 141.24km POPPED
    Race position: 165
    Cause position: 6

  • #7 Sams soarer: travelled 141.17km POPPED
    Race position: 167
    Cause position: 7

  • #8 ReGrow: travelled 139.61km FINISHED
    Race position: 173
    Cause position: 8

  • #9 Reggae flight 1: travelled 137.70km POPPED
    Race position: 183
    Cause position: 9

  • #10 Balloon: travelled 135.82km FINISHED
    Race position: 189
    Cause position: 10

  • #11 Elsie Dog: travelled 134.52km POPPED
    Race position: 196
    Cause position: 11

  • #12 Eagle Eileen: travelled 131.75km POPPED
    Race position: 219
    Cause position: 12

  • #13 Narcher : travelled 126.03km FINISHED
    Race position: 265
    Cause position: 13

  • #14 Moxie Marketing : travelled 122.22km FINISHED
    Race position: 291
    Cause position: 14

  • #15 Cracker: travelled 119.99km FINISHED
    Race position: 318
    Cause position: 15

  • #16 Balloon: travelled 119.54km FINISHED
    Race position: 323
    Cause position: 16

  • #17 Rob : travelled 116.67km FINISHED
    Race position: 349
    Cause position: 17

  • #18 Albatross Ali: travelled 114.83km FINISHED
    Race position: 365
    Cause position: 18

  • #19 Magpie Mic: travelled 99.08km POPPED
    Race position: 439
    Cause position: 19

  • #20 Balloon: travelled 95.15km FINISHED
    Race position: 451
    Cause position: 20



Supporter Balloons (48)

  • Penguin Pete joined the race on November 18, 2022, 5:37 AM
    Cause position: 31
    Race position: 594

  • Chris mas2 joined the race on November 23, 2022, 2:47 PM
    Cause position: 32
    Race position: 595

  • KARL joined the race on December 1, 2022, 5:12 AM
    Cause position: 33
    Race position: 615

  • Hamelin joined the race on November 30, 2022, 4:10 PM
    Cause position: 34
    Race position: 624

  • Spotty Dotty joined the race on November 14, 2022, 6:05 PM
    Cause position: 35
    Race position: 627

  • Janet joined the race on November 11, 2022, 6:00 PM
    Cause position: 36
    Race position: 648

  • JR X joined the race on November 30, 2022, 6:04 PM
    Cause position: 37
    Race position: 649

  • ZACH joined the race on November 30, 2022, 4:00 PM
    Cause position: 38
    Race position: 652

  • Toms Balloon joined the race on November 30, 2022, 11:24 AM
    Cause position: 39
    Race position: 656

  • Milly joined the race on November 12, 2022, 7:32 PM
    Cause position: 40
    Race position: 673