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  • Performing at the London 2012 Paralympics opening ceremony

    Performing at the London 2012 Paralympics opening ceremony

    Vanessa McManus' experience of performing in the Gravity dance at the London 2012 Paralympics opening ceremony. Read more

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Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Performing at the London 2012 Paralympics opening ceremony

Performing at the London 2012 Paralympics opening ceremony

Vanessa McManus' experience of performing in the Gravity dance at the London 2012 Paralympics opening ceremony. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 11th May, 2022

Updated: 16th June, 2022

Daniel and the 2012 Children's Promise

Daniel and the 2012 Children's Promise

Every child born on 20th December 2004 - the date 20/12 during the Olympics bid - was eligible to be involved in the Children's Promise programme. Daniel Bleasdale, a local boy from Aylesbury, was chosen to be part of this exciting opportunity. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 16th December, 2021

Stoke Mandeville Games

Stoke Mandeville Games

Dad refereed at the 1956 and 1957 Stoke Mandeville Games helping to develop the refereeing for wheelchair basketball. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 9th May, 2021

Updated: 12th May, 2021

Author: Nicola Bans

Location: Toad Cottage, 49 Church Lane, Copthorne Village, RH10 3QF

Ludwig Guttmann biography for young readers

Ludwig Guttmann biography for young readers

New biography of Paralympic founder, Ludwig Guttmann, written by children’s book author, Lori Alexander Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 16th November, 2020

Updated: 18th November, 2020

Brendan Gately's experience as a TeamGB supporter at the Paralympic Games

Brendan Gately's experience as a TeamGB supporter at the Paralympic Games

Author of 'Look up, stretch your wings, and fly' Brendan Gately shares extracts from his book about his groups experience of supporting TeamGB at the Barcelona 1992, Atlanta 1996 and London 2012 Paralympic Games. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 21st November, 2019

Updated: 18th December, 2019

Paper crane maker Momoho Yamada

Paper crane maker Momoho Yamada

Momoho Yamada who had cerebral palsy, made paper crane garlands to give to the athletes at the Tokyo 1964 Paralympic Games as a symbol of 'good luck'. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 9th November, 2019

Updated: 18th December, 2019

Memories of The Wheelchair Games

Memories of The Wheelchair Games

I grew up in Aylesbury. We didn’t have a car, so rarely travelled far, but every summer it seemed as though the world came to us. My mum used to take us to see The Wheelchair Games at Stoke Mandeville. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 9th October, 2019

Updated: 10th October, 2019

Author: Beth Faulkner

60 still going strong

60 still going strong

After my accident I joined a disabled sports club in Hull run by Wendy Watson. It gave him great hope and a purpose.  So I started to train, I gained medals at regional, then national. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 3rd October, 2019

Updated: 9th October, 2019

Author: David Ullah

Location: 1, Winship close, Hull, HU3 2QN

Comments: 2

Dr Mary Verghese of Vellore

Dr Mary Verghese of Vellore

Dr Mary Verghese specialised in the rehabilitation of patients in Vellore, India, visiting Dr Guttmann at the National Spinal Injuries Centre at Stoke Mandeville in the 1960s. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 17th July, 2019

Updated: 22nd July, 2019

Author: Beth Faulkner

Paralympian wheelchair basketball player, Peter Finbow

Paralympian wheelchair basketball player, Peter Finbow

Peter Finbow, from Bradford, won bronze medals at the 2004 Paralympic Games in Athens and also in Beijing in 2008. He was part of the GB Wheelchair Basketball Team at the 2012 Paralympics in London. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 27th June, 2019

Author: Beth Faulkner

Para triathlete, Stuart Meikle

Para triathlete, Stuart Meikle

Stuart is a Bingley based, Bradford born para triathlete. He is the current UK Para Triathlon Category 3 Champion and won his title at the first attempt. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 27th June, 2019

Author: Beth Faulkner

Paralympic cyclist, David Stone MBE

Paralympic cyclist, David Stone MBE

David Stone, a multiple medallist at the summer Paralympic Games, first competed in the 2000 Paralympics in Sydney. He has since competed in the Beijing, London and Rio Games, winning three gold, one silver and two bronze medals. Read more

Posted to: Your stories

The story of the history of the Paralympics is a fascinating insight into how ordinary people have come together to share an extraordinary journey, you can read some of their stories below. 

We want to work with individuals and communities to explore their own part in the story. If you, or someone you know have competed, supported, volunteered, provided accommodation, fundraised etc. then share your story with us by uploading text and images here, or by contacting us at [email protected]

Published: 27th June, 2019

Author: Beth Faulkner

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