It Really IS Just Cricket!

As part of our corporate social responsibility and eagerness to support our local sporting activities and wider community, Lifting Projects has recently undertaken a sponsorship of the Vernon Carus Cricket Club. The club currently has five senior and five junior cricket teams. They also facilitate cricket for over

100 children and 50 adults each week. All this was done without access to funding or grants; a situation that was highlighted in their recent BBC Documentary feature, Freddie Flintoff’s Field of Dreams Commenting on the sponsorship, Victoria Blair, HSEQA Co-Ordinator, Lifting Gear, said, “We were first

The Thrill

of Endurance

The Motivation behind my Ultra-marathon Experience

introduced to Vernon Carus CC through a colleague who has been a member of the Club since 2015. We’re incredibly proud to be sponsoring such a great team and to have our signs prominently displayed around their pitch. These will also appear on screen during their live-stream matches and will give our Brand a lot of exposure.”

Ultra-marathon, marking my third race within the past nine months. Pushing the boundaries of my mind and body to their limits - and then beyond - bestows an unparalleled sense of accomplishment.” This particular race, called Le Barjo in French, aptly translates to ‘The Crazy.’ Spanning 103 kilometres along the picturesque Normandy coast, the course encompassed vast stretches of beaches, undulating dunes and breathtaking coastal paths. Stephen finished this demanding race in a very impressive 15 hours and 20 minutes.

A n intriguing question that never fails to captivate is, “Why do I do it?” says Stephen Merchant from Lifting Gear and Safety. My short answer is simply: “Endurance racing holds a special place in my heart. I have just recently completed my fourth

“The relentless physical and mental exertion endured throughout the journey left an indelible mark, fuelling my desire for further challenges in the realm of Utra-marathons.

In fact, I’m already committed and looking forward to another event scheduled for September this year,” he said.