Collection by the Heavy Arts Theatre School at the Lawrence Batley Theatre on 23rd & 24th July
Four of Huw’s friends are involved with the Heavy Arts Theatre School in Huddersfield; Lawrence Güntert, Hayley Diamond, Tara Atkinson and Caroline Hamilton. Their next production is ‘High School Musical On Stage!’ on 23rd and 24th July. Lawrence Güntert has known Huw since they started school together at Upperthong Junior School 11 years ago. Lawrence was a close friend of Huw’s for years and they stayed good mates throughout High School. Lawrence’s talents lie on the stage and with music. Huw met Hayley, Tara and Caroline 4 years ago at Holmfirth High and he became close to them over the years. They were all at the 5 a side football competition in June along with other things over the last few months.
I believe, somewhere a light is shining
I just love this music – Jenny and I listened to it on the way back from Daniel Yorath House on Friday. And Carys and me listened to it today as well. ‘I Believe’ is by a Cardiff band (Tigertailz). One of the band members (John Pepper) is a family friend who knew Huw and travelled from Cardiff to be with us all on 25th March. ‘I Believe’ has become an anthem for their bass player (Pepsi Tate) who sadly passed away 4 years ago. Nick, Jenny, Huw and Carys met Pepsi at the wedding of Huw’s Uncle (Steve) 11 years ago. Pepsi was a talented and lovely guy – his real name is Justin Huw Smith.
‘I Believe’ is a beautiful song. I believe somewhere that Huw’s light is still shining – the light of another talented and beautiful guy x x x
In 3 months Huw’s Trust has raised £24,000; we have all done some truly amazing things to pay tribute to a beautiful young guy
In the 3 months since Huw’s Trust was set up, we have all raised £24,000 in tribute to Huw. In the course of the wonderful events that have contributed to this fantastic total, new friendships have been made, existing friendships have become more important, and parts of the local community have been strengthened. All of these things were at the heart of what Huw held dear. A better tribute to a beautiful boy could not have been paid.
A truly great effort as 40 riders complete the cricket ground cycle challenge : 44 miles & £2,000 inspired by a young man who is loved so much
A day when Huw was remembered in a loving, respectful and truly gutsy way resulted in achievements that the cyclists will remember for the rest of their lives. The event included a lot of laughs, pride, personal victories and of course some aches and pains! 40 cyclists took part in a (hilly) ride over some 44 miles with participants ranging from 10 years old up to those in their 50s! For some it was the furthest they had ever cycled in one day. It was a team effort involving a great support team throughout the day and together we raised around £2,000 for Huw’s Trust. Huw continues to inspire great things 🙂
Pleasure and pain : the leg waxing at school raises an incredible £1,4000
Huw’s friends continue to act with the deepest respect, compassion, care and love for him that you could imagine. The latest in a long line of things they have done to remember Huw and raise money was the leg waxing event at school on Wednesday 6th July. The total funds are still being collected but the estimate is £1,400 which exceeded all our expectations. And they had a lot of fun from the pleasure and pain they all took part in.
Memories from Sam Briggs : for the 9 years I knew him he was my big brother
Sam Briggs has been a good friend of Huw’s since the early years of Junior School at Upperthong. He has memories of coming with Huw, Carys and Nick to the glamorous surroundings of Glanford Park to see Scunthorpe vs Cardiff City! And more so being a great friend of Huw’s.
Five a side competition pics – Year 10/11 vs Vets
Slide show of the year 10 / 11 vs Vets final from 19th June – you can right click on the mouse and ‘save as’ if you want to keep any of the pics
Five a side competition pics – Vets final
Slide show of the Vets final from 19th June – you can right click on the mouse and ‘save as’ if you want to keep any of the pics
Five a side competition pics – Year 10 / 11 final
Slide show of the year 10 / yr 11 final from 19th June – you can right click on the mouse and ‘save as’ if you want to keep any of the pics
Five a side competition pics – last vets Group 2 match
Slide show of the last vets Group 2 match from 19th June – you can right click on the mouse and save as if you want to keep any of the pics
The Huw Thatcher Trust 