The Golf Trust

31/05/2026

We all know someone living with a disability. But have you ever wondered when they last had the chance to simply have fun, feel included, and forget about their challenges for a few hours?

In under 2 weeks a team take on Challenge 1402; playing 1402 holes at Lofoten Links to support The Golf Trust, helping create those moments of joy, friendship and belonging. A smile, a laugh, a shared experience—things many of us take for granted can mean the world to someone else.

1402 is symbolic as £1402 is the approximate extra cost for a family with disabled person in just to get by each month, and with these costs the first thing to be sacrificed is generally recreation!

If you're able to donate, no matter the amount, you'll be helping to create more of those special moments. Thank you for your support ❤️

This June, eight golfers are taking on an extraordinary challenge in Lofoten, Norway. From 9th–14th June, the team will play 1,402 holes of golf. A powerful number representing the average additional monthly costs faced by people with disabilities.

26/05/2026

This May, for Stroke Awareness Month, we’re sharing Duncan’s story.

After his stroke, life changed dramatically. Once an active rugby player, volunteer, and valued member of his club community, Duncan faced a difficult battle with depression and isolation.

Through the RFU Injured Players Foundation, he was introduced to The Golf Trust and golf and it became far more than just a sport. It gave him purpose, connection, confidence, and a way forward.

Today, Duncan is now giving back through the game that helped him rebuild. Having completed his Community Golf Instructor training, he now delivers golf sessions in care homes across his local area, helping others experience the same joy, connection, and benefits that golf brought to him.

Golf has the power to change lives, both physically and mentally, and Duncan’s journey is a powerful reminder of the importance of support, community, and opportunity after stroke. 💙

26/05/2026

Starting conversations and understanding the journey women with disabilities face in accessing sport (whether recreationally or professionally) is central to the mission of Her Power Her Play.

We are delighted to announce our panel joining us at our next Her Power Her Play event on Saturday 6th June at The Shire London.

Louise Hunt Skelley PLY is a former Paralympic professional tennis player, international corporate and public speaker, and TV broadcaster with BBC Wimbledon coverage. She also serves as Tournament Director for several major tennis events throughout the year, including the Lexus British Open.

As a highly sought-after keynote speaker and host, Louise has shared her experiences at schools, universities, and corporate events. Her keynote highlights include engagements at the House of Lords, University of Oxford, and hosting the LTA Awards.

Find out more about Louise here:
www.louisehunt.co.uk

Sheena Varsani is an adaptive padel athlete based in London. Following life-changing limb loss at the age of 21, sport and movement became a powerful part of rebuilding confidence, independence and identity.

She now competes internationally on the Inclusive Padel Tour circuit where she is currently ranked Number 1 in the UK continually pushing her limits and embracing every challenge as part of her growth as an athlete and a person.

Passionate about increasing visibility and opportunities within adaptive sport, Sheena advocates for greater inclusion and representation helping to shift perceptions around disability in sport.

Alongside padel, Sheena also enjoys golf and other forms of movement that continue to challenge and inspire her.

What makes sport truly special to her is the community and connection it creates. Sport lifts our mood, strengthens the body and brings people together through shared experiences.

Sheena believes everyone should have the opportunity to experience that same boost and joy.

Helen Thompson is a prominent wheelchair rugby player from Thatcham, representing both the Stoke Mandeville Maulers and the Great Britain Women’s Team. Living with Multiple Sclerosis, Helen has become known not only for her achievements in elite sport, but also as a relentless fundraiser and ultra-endurance athlete.

Her incredible accomplishments include completing the Antarctic Marathon in January 2026, winning gold at the Women’s Cup in Paris in 2023, captaining Team UK Women’s squad at the Home Nations Championship, and being inducted into the No Knockout 100 Club Legends Hall of Fame in 2025 for her contributions to wheelchair rugby.

This July, Helen will attempt to become the first wheelchair user to push the entire Thames Path. That’s 183 miles from source to barrier completely unsupported.

Don’t watch this one on Instagram afterwards. Secure your place today, https://herpowerherplaylondon.eventbrite.co.uk

07/05/2026

We are proud to launch Project 1402, The Golf Trust’s fundraising campaign for 2026!

Building on the success of Going the Extra Mile, this next chapter focuses on funding the ongoing delivery and impact of our Paragolfers - ensuring we can continue to remove barriers and create meaningful access to golf for disabled people making sure that Leisure is not a luxury.

But the challenge we are highlighting is bigger than golf.

Research from Scope shows that disabled households face, on average, an additional £1,402 per month in costs just to maintain a “normal” standard of living compared to non-disabled households. A figure that represents a significant and often invisible barrier to accessing leisure, sport, and recreation.

To bring this reality to life, a team will return to Lofoten Links to take on an extraordinary challenge: playing 1,402 holes of golf in 4 days.

Each hole representing the daily financial barrier faced by disabled people and the scale of inequality that still exists.

This is more than a challenge. It is a statement of purpose.

Through 1402, we are raising awareness and continuing our mission to ensure that disability is never a barrier to participation in golf.

Donate today https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/thegolftrustproject1402

27/04/2026

Feeling inspired by the incredible efforts at the 3 Peaks Challenge and the energy of the London Marathon this weekend?

Why not take on your own challenge? We’ve got spaces available for the Royal Parks Half Marathon. A stunning route and an unforgettable experience.

Push yourself, soak up the atmosphere, and be part of something special. Support The Golf Trust and sign up today!

17/04/2026

29 April we land Stateside for our first event in the Big Apple at the amazing with some fantastic partners including and many more!
Rise up and Play with us!

13/04/2026

Nobody said golf would be kind…

10/04/2026

01/04/2026

A community club doing community things! Going the extra mile highlighted the power of golf to bring community together. Soon we launch the challenge for 2026.. Leisure should not be a luxury #1402
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28/03/2026

Just one month to go until our first Rise Up and Play event alongside
For the first time on the 29th April participants will be able to trial the Paragolfer on site as shown here!

Please DM for sign up information to this amazing event!