Over 250 people from across the UK and Europe came together in Norwich for Able2B's flagship Discover Your Ability 2026 event, raising more than £20,000 so far while delivering an inspiring reminder that disability should never define a person's potential.
Rather than focusing on competition, the annual event celebrates determination, inclusion and personal achievement.
Children, young people and adults living with disabilities, neurological conditions and long-term health conditions tackled a series of physical challenges side by side, encouraging one another every step of the way.
For the team at Able2B, the day represents much more than a fundraising event. It demonstrates the charity's belief that with the right support, encouragement and opportunities, people can achieve far more than they or others may once have believed possible.
Throughout the day there were countless inspirational moments.
Tommy, who suffered a global brain injury following an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest, had once been told he was unlikely to survive and would never walk or communicate again. This year he independently completed the course in his powered wheelchair before walking the final 30 to 40 metres with support.
Twenty-four-year-old Holly, who had been unable to stand just four months ago after spending around three years in a wheelchair, thrilled supporters by running approximately 200 metres across the finish line.
Participants also travelled from Ireland, Germany and across Britain. Among them was Anke, who lives with cerebral palsy. After previously being told she required a hip replacement because of severe pain, she completed the course using hiking poles, pain free, following support from Able2B.
Eight-year-old Harry also captured hearts. Just three years ago he relied on a K-walker and lacked the confidence to join in with other children. This year he spent the day running lap after lap with his teammates as his proud parents watched from the sidelines.
Former British and European boxing champion and Able2B co-founder Jon Thaxton added that success is measured not simply by crossing a finish line, but by the confidence gained, friendships formed and perceptions changed.
With planning already underway for Discover Your Ability 2027, the charity continues to prove that when barriers are removed and opportunities are created, extraordinary things really can happen.
Those wishing to support Able2B's life-changing work can still donate through the Discover Your Ability 2026 JustGiving page, https://www.justgiving.com/page/able2b-directors-23?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL
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