The lockdown, imposed to curb the spread of Covid-19, was something very few would have seen coming just a few months ago, and 50 days is a landmark no one will be celebrating. However, it is a chance to look back and appreciate the acts of kindness shown by members of the public, businesses and community groups in these uncertain and unprecedented times.
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Steven Morgan, 65, and his 13-year-old son Elliot, from Midhurst, raised nearly £1,700 for the NHS by walking 140 miles in the field at the back of their house. https://www.midhurstandpetworth.co.uk/news/people/father-and-sons-100-mile-walk-raises-nearly-ps1700-chichester-and-worthing-hospitals-2544828
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K and G's Farm Shop and Pet Supplies delivered goods for free to the car park at St Richard's Hospital as well as offering 15 per cent off to NHS staff. https://www.chichester.co.uk/health/coronavirus/coronavirus-shopping-service-set-help-nhs-staff-st-richards-hospital-2505958 | other
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Aldwick personal trainer Rob Dunlop attempted to raise £1,000 for St Richard’s Hospital by completing the Ironman triathlon in his garden. https://www.chichester.co.uk/health/coronavirus/personal-trainer-attempt-ironman-triathlon-his-garden-raise-ps1000-st-richards-hospital-2559997 | other
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Southdowns Manor has been offering free hot meals to vulnerable people during the coronavirus pandemic. https://www.midhurstandpetworth.co.uk/news/people/southdowns-manor-offering-free-hot-meals-those-need-during-coronavirus-pandemic-2545418