THANKS have been given to an Oswestry charity by a toddler it supports with cerebral palsy who rode nearly 15 miles on her trike.

Lola James, three and from Leicester, receives support from The Movement Centre, in Oswestry, with a programme of targeted physiotherapy to improve her core muscles.

And Lola has completed a month-long cycling challenge to raise money by cycling 14.5 miles under the watchful eye of parents Bethony and Greg.

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Lola’s cerebral palsy means she is unable to stand or sit independently, but she has shown great determination in intensive physio sessions that are most beneficial before she reaches the age of five.

The goal of her training with The Movement Centre is to help Lola one day be able to stand on her own.

Bethony said: “Lola’s progress thanks to help from The Movement Centre and other physio over the last year has really given us hope for the future.

“I think anything is possible for her. She has been absolutely determined. She has worked so hard and as her parents we couldn’t be prouder of her.

“We would like to thank everyone who has supported Lola in her journey including Lubrizol, The Movement Centre and all those who have raised money.

“The support means the world to us.”

Her father Greg’s employers – Derbyshire-based science company Lubrizol, where he works as a photographer and videographer – were so impressed by the little girl’s efforts that they boosted her total too.

Lola has also benefited recently from more fundraising after three students at Lubrizol raised more than £3,500 by taking on a half marathon to raise money for her physio treatment.

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Movement Centre fundraising lead Curtis Langley said: “We are delighted that we have been able to support Lola and her family, and great to see her taking on such an amazing challenge for The Movement Centre.

 “Our aim at the centre is to give children like Lola the chance of reaching their full potential, and with support like this we can help more children to do so. It is so impactful when there is a collaborative effort when it comes to fundraising.”

The fundraising link is still open for anyone who would like to support Lola’s challenge www.justgiving.com/page/superhero-lola