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July 15, 2019

Theodora Children’s Charity featured on BBC Radio 4

On Sunday 14th July 2019 at 7:54am chef Ellis Barrie presented an appeal on Theodora’s behalf on BBC Radio 4.

This was an incredible opportunity to raise awareness of our Giggle Doctors and the amazing difference they make for children in hospital.
Ellis, Linds and Alice

During the appeal Ellis talked about the first time he met a Giggle Doctor at Royal Manchester Children’s Hospital and why he supports their cause.

For one week after the appeal has gone live, you will be able to donate online, through the post, or via the phone to the BBC Radio 4 team to help our Giggle Doctors give more smiles and laughter to sick and disabled children.

You can Listen here or listen to the recording using BBC iPlayer and again on BBC Radio 4 on Thursday, 18th July at 3:25pm.

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