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Everest Base Camp Week 2 – Base Camp & Beyond

In a monumental effort to raise awareness and vital funds, the 2wish trekkers have been venturing through the Himalayas to reach Everest Base Camp. They are taking on the challenge of not only one of the world’s most difficult trekking routes but, also in support of those suddenly bereaved by the death of a child […]


Everest Base Camp Week 1 – The Trek So Far

The 2wish trekkers are making significant progress on their way to Everest Base Camp. Now on their 7th day of trekking, they are scheduled to arrive at base camp, tomorrow morning (Nepalese local time). We’ve been receiving regular updates from 2wish CEO and founder Rhian Mannings, and the rest of the team, who appear to […]


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Overseas Apparel & 2wish: Riding for Change

A Brand with a Purpose: Overseas Apparel’s Unique Vision Overseas Apparel is a Cardiff-based clothing brand that like to do things a little differently. Their unique focus on being an eco-friendly brand is what sets them apart from others, designing and printing everything at OSA HQ and hosting one of a kind events at their […]


Friends & Family United: Skydiving for Chloe

We’re so humbled to be able to share with you, the story of Chloe Bidwell and her family. Chloe’s family recently took on the incredible challenge, of skydiving as a tribute to her memory. This is their story… Chloe’s Story On the 20th December 2023, our lives changed forever, when we discovered Chloe died in […]


The Evolution of 2wish: Taking Our Readers Back to the Start…

A Charity Born from Tragedy 2wish was born in 2012 by Rhian Mannings motivated by a desire to support others. On 22nd February 2012, Rhian’s baby son, George, tragically died shortly after his first birthday. George suffered a seizure at home and Rhian later found out that he had been suffering from Bronchial Pneumonia and […]


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Everest Base Camp: 2wish Team Members Take on the Challenge

In October 2024, 14 trekkers will take on the Himalayas, as they embark on their journey to the foot of the highest mountain on earth, Everest! 2wish was created out of tragedy in 2012, after CEO and Founder, Rhian Mannings tragically lost her son George, and then 5 days later, her husband Paul. We provide […]


Valero Benefit for Children Classic Event at the Celtic Manor Resort

In June, our CEO and Founder, Rhian Mannings MBE and Corporate Fundraiser, Gareth Rees, had the pleasure of being invited along to the Valero Benefit for Children Classic charity day at the Celtic Manor Resort. This is the 2nd year that 2wish has been chosen by Valero as one of the charities benefiting from their […]


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Grant Stephens Family Law Opens New Office in Swansea

Image: From left to right: Nia Thomas – Director and Swansea Office Head, Lowri Walters – Solicitor, Grant Stephens – Founder and Managing Director and James Jones – Trainee Solicitor. Family law firm, Grant Stephens Family Law, has opened its second office in the Swansea Bay area due to expansion in clients, turnover, and headcount. […]


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Prince Charles Hospital, Merthyr Tydfil – Bereavement Room

Prince Charles Hospital in Merthyr Tydfil recently unveiled its second bereavement room, located in the children’s ward. The latest of our new look bereavement rooms, created in partnership with EBM Ltd and Space Group, was officially opened by our Founder & CEO, Rhian, alongside the Chair of Trustees, Martyn Sayce, and members of the unit […]


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Dan Rees Goes the Extra Mile for 2wish: Four Half Marathons in 2024.

2wish has been an integral part of family life for Dan Rees. Since the tragic events that led to the charity’s inception, Dan and his family have been proud supporters of 2wish through various events and fundraisers over the years. Every single member of his family has fundraised for 2wish at some point in the […]