More than 780 pupils from 30 local schools gathered at Bryanston for the second year running to take part in the Knight Frank Schools Triathlon – the UK’s largest fundraising event for children.
Swimming, cycling and running, the young athletes collectively covered over 1,700km – the distance from Blandford to Valencia – and raised more than £58,000 for youth charity Restless Development as well as more than 30 other charities chosen by participating schools.
Top fundraisers of the day were The Olive Green team from Port Regis School, who raised £1,550. Asked why they took part, they simply said: ‘To help people who don’t have as much of a chance in life.’
The Bryanston event is part of a 12-race national series organised by Restless Development, aiming to raise £1.2 million this summer. Last year, the global youth charity supported more than 288,000 young people leading change in their communities.
Thanks to sponsors Knight Frank and Neilson Beach Clubs, every penny raised goes directly to the chosen charity, supporting grassroots initiatives both in the UK and internationally.
More than 2,000 people attended the event, which brought together pupils, families, local businesses and volunteers. Bryanston’s Head, Richard Jones, said: ‘We were delighted to welcome everyone for a brilliant day of sport and community spirit. To see so many young people engaged, active and doing good at the same time is exactly the kind of event we love to support.’
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