HAMELIN TRUST

This cause was part of Halloween Race
This unique race URL is https://ecoracing.co/cause/hamelin-trust-2535/

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!

There are also prizes for the top 5 Hamelin Trust balloons:

1st – £50 Tesco voucher
2nd – £25 M&S voucher
3rd, 4th and 5th – box of chocolates

How can I find out more?
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: £390

Supporters so far: 30

Tagged in: disability autism learning disability essex billericay rochford wickford

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Top 20 balloons within cause

  • #1 Balloon: travelled 314.90km FINISHED
    Race position: 19
    Cause position: 1

  • #2 Livvy: travelled 286.29km FINISHED
    Race position: 33
    Cause position: 2

  • #3 Sharron Legacy: travelled 249.79km FINISHED
    Race position: 59
    Cause position: 3

  • #4 Kalebs balloon: travelled 248.35km FINISHED
    Race position: 68
    Cause position: 4

  • #5 Liliths balloon : travelled 237.97km FINISHED
    Race position: 109
    Cause position: 5

  • #6 Tom Holland : travelled 236.24km FINISHED
    Race position: 116
    Cause position: 6

  • #7 Wyatts balloon : travelled 226.25km POPPED
    Race position: 132
    Cause position: 7

  • #8 Moi: travelled 207.73km FINISHED
    Race position: 151
    Cause position: 8

  • #9 Only way is UP: travelled 201.53km FINISHED
    Race position: 177
    Cause position: 9

  • #10 Balloon: travelled 199.51km FINISHED
    Race position: 194
    Cause position: 10

  • #11 Eden Legacy Strategies: travelled 199.37km FINISHED
    Race position: 196
    Cause position: 11

  • #12 Dont h8 me cos u aint me: travelled 199.29km FINISHED
    Race position: 198
    Cause position: 12

  • #13 Balloon: travelled 197.67km FINISHED
    Race position: 216
    Cause position: 13

  • #14 Okayyy lets goooo: travelled 196.87km FINISHED
    Race position: 231
    Cause position: 14

  • #15 Balloon: travelled 196.81km FINISHED
    Race position: 232
    Cause position: 15

  • #16 WinnerWinner ChickenDinna: travelled 195.21km FINISHED
    Race position: 259
    Cause position: 16

  • #17 Balloon: travelled 194.75km FINISHED
    Race position: 263
    Cause position: 17

  • #18 Balloon: travelled 194.73km FINISHED
    Race position: 264
    Cause position: 18

  • #19 Balloon: travelled 194.42km FINISHED
    Race position: 266
    Cause position: 19

  • #20 Balloon: travelled 194.35km FINISHED
    Race position: 269
    Cause position: 20



Supporter Balloons (130)

  • Balloon joined the race on October 5, 2023, 12:49 PM
    Cause position: 1
    Race position: 19

  • Livvy joined the race on October 19, 2023, 11:56 AM
    Cause position: 2
    Race position: 33

  • Sharron Legacy joined the race on October 23, 2023, 9:50 AM
    Cause position: 3
    Race position: 59

  • Kalebs balloon joined the race on October 3, 2023, 5:16 PM
    Cause position: 4
    Race position: 68

  • Liliths balloon joined the race on October 3, 2023, 5:16 PM
    Cause position: 5
    Race position: 109

  • Tom Holland joined the race on October 21, 2023, 3:08 PM
    Cause position: 6
    Race position: 116

  • Wyatts balloon joined the race on October 3, 2023, 5:16 PM
    Cause position: 7
    Race position: 132

  • Moi joined the race on October 31, 2023, 11:19 AM
    Cause position: 8
    Race position: 151

  • Only way is UP joined the race on October 23, 2023, 10:03 AM
    Cause position: 9
    Race position: 177

  • Balloon joined the race on October 30, 2023, 11:16 PM
    Cause position: 10
    Race position: 194