Birmingham man to complete 10 marathons in a wheelchair in 10 cities in 10 days for 10 charities

Event, Fundraising, General

Andy Craddock, founder of Make Change BWCB, takes on an epic challenge to raise funds for local charities and inspire a new era of inclusive sport.

This July, Birmingham-based disability sports advocate Andy Craddock will take on an extraordinary challenge: completing 10 marathons in 10 cities in 10 days, the 8th marathon will be in Portsmouth in aid of Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity - all in a wheelchair.

After acquiring a disability as an adult, Andy rebuilt his life through sport. He went on to found Make Change BWCB, an inclusive sports organisation that now works across Birmingham delivering wheelchair basketball, boccia, American football and more to schools, colleges, and communities.

Now, Andy is turning his passion into a powerful national mission - raising funds for 10 different local charities, while proving what real inclusion looks like in action.

When I first became disabled, I had no idea what my future looked like. But sport gave me purpose again. This challenge is about more than pushing physical limits - it’s about showing people what’s possible when barriers are removed.

- Andy Craddock

Each marathon will take place in a different UK city, with local events, school workshops, and inclusive sports sessions planned around the route. It’s not just a challenge - it’s a campaign for change.

KEY INFO: 

  • Challenge Dates: 7th – 17th July 2025 
  • Distance: 10 marathons in 10 cities over 10 days 
  • Mode: All completed in a wheelchair 
  • Purpose: Raising money for 10 local charities and raising awareness of inclusive sport  

On 14 July 2025, Andy will be starting his Portsmouth challenge from HMS Victory in the Historic Dockyard at 10h30. We invite you to come along to cheer on Andy as he raises funds for RNRMC. If you can’t be there in person, show your support here: https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/10marathons10cities10days?utm_term=3885dbqjG

This summer’s challenge adds to a packed calendar for Make Change BWCB, including new inclusive sport hubs at leisure centres across Birmingham, workshops with schools, and a high-impact public showcase at Birmingham New Street Station on June 16th, featuring wheelchair basketball, Bhangra, and a choir flash mob.

Media enquiries: Ellie-Rose Griffiths (ERG Management – 07587141015)