There’s an indomitable spirit about arable farmer and pig farmer Richard Longthorp that has seen him battle on behalf of the pig world for many years and now sees him battling to show fellow sufferers that Parkinson’s disease need not be the end of the world, particularly for those who enjoy sport.
“It certainly seemed to strike a chord with a lot of people and we’ve raised over £22,000,” says Richard. “One third of the money is going to Parkinson’s UK, with the other thirds going to St Paul’s Boxing Club and Goole Boxing Club who both support what we’re doing. “Raising of awareness is what I was really after and when BBC’s Look North got hold of the story former rugby players Mike Tindall and James Haskell also got involved.
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