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Oliver is top boy!

Clair Tinnion wrote to us about her son Oliver, who climbed the National Three Peaks in three weeks – aged just three. Oliver raised over £600, which he donated to a new school playground for all of the children to enjoy. We’re delighted to share here an abridged version of Clair’s letter…

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