We are very grateful to Bertie Ballinger for doing a charity cycle ride to support HWDA.
On Sunday 28th September 2025, Bertie set off from Bromsgrove Leisure Centre to cycle to Hereford to raise funds for HWDA. Students, families, friends and HWDA staff were there to wave him off with flags designed and made by Bromsgrove Workshop students. Bertie thought they were brilliant and was really happy that so many people had made such an effort to get up early and cheer him on his way!
Bertie’s friend Ben joined him for part of the ride to keep him company and his friend Marcus and his dad Wayne cycled the whole 42.4 miles with him (at an impressive average speed of 12.7 mph). They arrived at Hereford Cathedral at 1 pm and were greeted by Hereford Workshop tutors and trustees.
Bertie told us:
We thoroughly enjoyed our cycle. We had a great send off in Bromsgrove – I’ve been fundraising for years and have never had a send off like it!
I am raising funds in support of the Hereford and Worcester Dyslexia Association, a fantastic local charity dedicated to helping individuals with dyslexia.
As someone who has personally experienced the challenges of dyslexia, I find it quite fitting, and a bit ironic, that the word itself is so difficult to spell.
This cause is very close to my heart. By supporting this charity, we can help ensure that children growing up with dyslexia today receive the understanding, support, and resources that were often missing for many of us in the past.
Every contribution makes a real difference. Thank you for your support.
