A SIX-YEAR-OLD from Pershore has been named at the VIP flag-bearer for this year’s Midlands Air Ambulance Charity Bike4Life Ride Out and Festival.
Teddie Goddard will officially wave off the fundraising event, which brings together motorcycle enthusiasts from all over the UK and sets off from Meole Brace Park and Ride in Shrewsbury, on May 17.
The Bike4Life Ride Out and Festival will feature a convoy of up to 3,500 motorbikes travelling along the M54 and ending up at Weston Park, Shifnal.
Despite his young age, Teddie is already an enthusiastic supporter of the charity.
Inspired by regularly seeing Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s red helicopters flying over his home, Teddie decided he wanted to help support the charity’s vital work.
Teddie Goodard and Chris Brooke, critical care paramedic for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity. s
Chris Brooke, critical care paramedic for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity, recently met Teddie at its Cosford airbase.
“We are always incredibly grateful for the support we receive and it’s especially inspiring to see young people like Teddie getting involved.
“We’re delighted he’ll be waving the flag at this year’s Bike4Life event,” he said.
His determination grew more determined after attending an event at the Three Counties Showground, where he witnessed two of the charity’s helicopters land at a nearby farm following a tragic accident.
Moved by what he saw, Teddie was driven to start fundraising and has so far raised more than £1,200 for Midlands Air Ambulance Charity.
Lizzie Goddard, Teddie’s mum, said: “We are also delighted that the charity has given Teddie the opportunity to wave the flag at Bike4Life, on his birthday weekend.
“As a family, we greatly admire the work of Midlands Air Ambulance Charity and Teddie was so excited to meet the crew and learn more about what happens on a mission.
“His dream now is to work for the charity one day.”
The Bike4Life Ride Out is made possible with collaboration with West Mercia Police and National Highways.
Alongside raising vital funds, the event promotes biker safety and highlights the importance of responsible riding.
Visit: bike4lifefest.com for more information.
