A fantastic four are gearing up for a half marathon during World Autism Acceptance Week Prior's Court's flagship challenge event.

Jenny Turner Emma Hutt, Cameron Kavanagh and Rachel Clement will all be taking part in the London Landmarks Half Marathon on Sunday, 6 April in aid of the young people supported by Prior’s Court.

The event has become a regular fundraiser for Prior’s Court, which provides education and residential care services for autistic young people with complex needs, with 12 Team Prior’s Court supporters completing the marathon across the past two editions.

• Jenny is supporting Prior’s Court due to a family connection to our work. She is hoping to raise £500 for Prior’s Court’s general funds. Donate via justgiving.com/page/jenny-turner-1733064956592
• Emma is a teacher at Prior’s Court. She is hoping to raise £500 for our Play Equipment appeal. Donate via justgiving.com/page/emma-hutt-1730632903927
• Cameron is the partner of a staff member at Prior’s Court. He is looking to raise £500 for our Play Equipment appeal. Donate via https://www.justgiving.com/page/cameron-kavanagh-halfmarathon25
• Rachel is a previous fundraiser for Prior’s Court, having completed the Brighton Marathon in April 2023 after being inspired by the charity’s work when she visited on a corporate volunteering day. Rachel is also taking on the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday, 16 March. From her double half, Rachel is looking to raise £1,000. Donate via justgiving.com/page/rachel-clements-6

Natalie Norris, Prior’s Court Fundraising Manager, said: “The London Landmarks Half Marathon has become one of our favourite fundraising events, coming as it does at the end of World Autism Acceptance Week (March 31 to April 6).

“Jenny, Emma, Cameron and Rachel are doing something amazing by fundraising for Prior’s Court. Their efforts will make a true difference to the lives of the autistic young people with complex needs we care for, empowering them to live happier, healthier, more independent lives.

“A team from Prior’s Court will be at the event, cheering this fantastic four on to the finish line.”

During an elongated World Autism Acceptance Week, Prior’s Court is hosting a series of events throughout April including expert talks about topics in autism. These are free to attend.

Read more about these events