# Ian Botham knighted for fundraising for Leukaemia Research

- Link: https://fundraising.co.uk/2007/10/10/ian-botham-knighted-fundraising-leukaemia-research/
- Published: 2007-10-10T00:00:00+01:00
- Author: Howard Lake

As legendary for his fundraising feats as his cricketing, Ian Botham will today 
meet the Queen to receive his knighthood for his tireless services to Leukaemia 
Research.

 

Since the first John O’Groats to Land’s End walk in 1985, Sir Ian has completed 
11 walks for Leukaemia Research including a trek through the Alps retracing the 
steps of Hannibal. His efforts have raised millions to help find better treatment
and cures for leukaemia and related blood cancers.

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“I have walked thousands of miles for Leukaemia Research, and every step was worth
it,” says Sir Ian.

 

Sir Ian’s Best of British Walks, planned for October 2008, will be supported by 
Marks & Spencer and will take place throughout the UK. Individuals will be able 
to walk with Sir Ian in exchange for sponsorship. He will also continue his Charity
Golf Series, which he successfully launched this year.

 

more: www.lrf.org.uk

 

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