Colleagues follow in Wesley Barnard’s footsteps as he prepares to run Cambridge Half Marathon for The Fine & Country Foundation

On 9 March 2025, Wesley Barnard, Head of PR for Fine & Country, will lace up his running shoes to take on the Cambridge Half Marathon, raising funds for The Fine & Country Foundation. Established in 2014, The Foundation is dedicated to combating homelessness and supporting charities and non-profit organisations working to address this critical issue.

Over the past decade, The Fine & Country Foundation has raised over £1 million, helping those who have no place to turn. Its efforts are made possible through the tireless work of the Fine & Country network, fundraising events, and the generous support of the public.

Reflecting on the upcoming challenge, Barnard shared: "This weekend, I’ll be running the Cambridge Half Marathon for The Fine & Country Foundation, an organisation that is making a real difference in people’s lives. Homelessness is one of the largest social issues in the UK, and the work The Foundation supports goes beyond simply providing shelter - it addresses the root causes of why people find themselves without a home. Knowing the funds we raise can create such a positive impact is all the motivation I need to cross the finish line."

Homelessness remains a growing crisis. Research from Shelter shows that there are at least 326,000 in temporary accommodation, with around 3,900 people sleeping rough on any given night in England - a figure that has risen by 27%. Since its inception, The Foundation has provided crucial support to charities and organisations dedicated to combatting poverty and homelessness.

Agents Pledge to Raise Funds for The Fine & Country Foundation

During the Fine & Country Annual Conference in London on Friday, 28th February, agents from across the UK made personal pledges to take on fundraising challenges in support of The Fine & Country Foundation, inspired by Wesley’s commitment. These efforts will contribute to the ongoing mission of providing aid to homelessness charities and initiatives. Some of the pledges include:

• Bel Burnell Molyneux – running the London Marathon in April

• Jon Cooke - Running from Lands End to John O' Groats (LEJOG) before the 2026 Fine & Country Conference

• Holly Hibbett - Walking 10,000 steps per day throughout March 2025

• Julian Amos - Cycling 500km from Normandy to Paris

• Jon Handford - Kayaking the Grand Union Canal from Milton Keynes to London

• Vanessa Bradford - Hosting an Autumn Ball with Fine & Country Droitwich in 2025

These challenges, with varying range of ambition, reflect the dedication and commitment of Fine & Country agents to making a difference. By taking on personal feats of endurance and organisation, they aim to raise significant funds and awareness for the cause.

Through his participation in the Cambridge Half Marathon and the collective efforts of Fine & Country agents, Barnard hopes to rally more support for The Fine & Country Foundation, uniting the community behind the goal of tackling homelessness.

To support Wesley and The Fine & Country Foundation, donations can be made via his JustGiving page here.

Bel is close to her £2,000 target, help give her a boost by donating here.

To support Holly as her 10K steps a day challenge kicked off on 1st March, click here.

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