Back Up Champions

Jo’s story: Connection and community after spinal cord injury

Meet Jo:Enjoys spending time with her husband and three teenage children Likes gardening and ...

Cherhyl’s story: Discovering new possibilities after spinal cord injury

Meet Cherhyl:Lives in Devon Likes chickens, goats and geese Enjoys exploring nature with accessible adventure ...

Mike’s story: Taking on the next challenge

Meet Mike: Keen sportsman before and after his accident Member of our Development Board Taking ...

Phillipa’s story: Rediscovering self-belief after spinal cord injury

Meet Phillipa: Owns three Shetland ponies called Fleur, Tilly and Eric  Enjoys ...

Jack’s story: Empowerment after spinal cord injury

Meet Jack: Drama school student  Table tennis player  ...

Rich’s story: Supporting others after spinal cord injury

In 2009, Rich was on an exciting holiday in Cyprus with a group of ...

Alistair’s story: Moving forwards after spinal cord injury

Meet Alistair: Lives in Lancashire  Retired veterinary surgeon  ...

Irene’s story: New possibilities after spinal cord injury

Meet Irene: Enjoys swimming and basketball  Spends lots of time ...

“Being there from the beginning”, Barbara Broccoli CBE on 40 years of Back Up 

Barbara Broccoli CBE is one of the entertainment industry’s most successful producers, particularly renowned for ...

Harriet’s story: Rebuilding independence after spinal cord injury

Meet Harriet: Lives in Cambridgeshire  Represented Team GB in archery ...