At the end of the year, the fundraising appeal for the Air Ambulance Services has closed, having far exceeded all expectations.

Back in  February, following the tragic death of Luke Holland in a traffic accident, and the saving of his Dad Neil’s life by the remarkable work of the air ambulance crew at the scene, a number of  relations and friends decided to embark on a fund raising initiative for the London and Surrey Air Ambulance Services.

The campaign was centred around Luke’s football club, Brockham Badgers, and the main event was the British 10km London Run on July 6th. The group set themselves the ambitious target of raising £10,000.

They asked friends, schools, the general public and local businesses to help produce a small but positive outcome to this tragic story by making a donation and supporting the incredible work of the air ambulances services.

And everyone has certainly done that!

At the formal closing of the campaign the total raised is an amazing £29,234. All those involved in the initiative would like to say a huge thank you to all contributors. We think it is a wonderful tribute to Luke and a fitting way of thanking the Air Ambulance Service for Neil’s life and helping them continue their vital work in the future.

Brockham Badgers FC sends its thanks to everyone who contributed in any way and the club's thoughts are, once again, with Neil and Sally.

Click here to read more about the Surrey Air Ambulance and fundraising initiatives.