3rd July 2026
Planning is full steam ahead - watch this space for more details........
23rd June 2026
Ariana recently enjoyed a visit to Warsop Cricket to see how their bats are made — and came away with one crafted especially for her! She was thrilled with the finished result and can't wait to get out into the...
1st April 2026
The DRF was excited to hear from Ariana regarding her recent achievements. She wrote:- "I recently received the result of my Grade 8 violin exam, which I took earlier this year, and I’m delighted to have achieved a distinction. For...
10th March 2026
We’re really pleased to have supported the installation of two new defibrillators in the local area - Maldon Hockey Club and St Mary The Virgin Church. Access to lifesaving equipment like this can make a huge difference in an emergency,...
23rd February 2026
This year, the Trustees were overwhelmed with several excellent applications for the David Randall Foundation Scholarship, and have decided to award one Scholarship and five Inspirational Awards. So, as is traditional on David's birthday, and in no particular order, this year's...
3rd February 2026
Olly has written to the DRF with details of his latest achievements. “I have just returned from the Australian Open in Melbourne, and am pleased to let you know that I won the men’s doubles tournament there with my doubles...
16th December 2025
What a collaboration! Scholar Sarah, playing with her sisters and DRF Ambassador Meinir for the residents at @sthelenahospice St Helenas said:- "The sound of music floated through the hospice as three very talented young musicians played for patients and families this...
Sarah recently performed Gabriel's Oboe as part of the Brentwood Imperial Youth Band's Christmas Concert. Please visit this link to listen - its very moving. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yikx8mvOtPw
20th November 2025
Sarah, our Flautist and Oboist, has been in touch with her lastest news. " I have been quite busy recently. At the Essex Youth Orchestra, we are preparing for the Christmas concert which is themed as music written by John...
19th November 2025
The DRF are immensely grateful to Liam Ball for putting on a superb magic show at Drapers Farm Sports Club last Saturday. It was very well attended and raised in excess of £600 for the DRF. Thanks Liam, you are...
17th October 2025
We’re delighted to share that Sue Randall recently attended the Pride of Essex award ceremony, where the DRF was nominated for a Community Champion Award. As part of the event, the DRF also received a cheque for £50 in recognition...
13th October 2025
This year the DRF has been working with Helen Rollason Cancer Charity and funded "Find Your Creative Flow" workshops as part of their support services. The videos and feedback are from their latest workshops info below: "Find Your Creative Flow"...
1st October 2025
The DRF are absolutely delighted to share that the recent charity ball hosted by 3 Diamond Fridge and Tipi Hire raised a fantastic £12,838. Amazing effort by all involved, and staggering generosity from all those who attended. This will benefit...
21st September 2025
It was a fabulous night in a wonderful setting. Almost 200 guests, great food and entertainment, and many thousands of pounds raised for our charity. So many people to thank. Particular mention to the Maldon Young Farmers for staffing the...
Heartfelt congratulations to Sarah who has passed her Grade 5 Music Theory exam with Distinction.
10th September 2025
Sarah wrote to the DRF recently to share some her recent achievements. Getting into the Essex Youth Orchestra and the Essex Young Symphony Wind Orchestra is a huge achievement. Clearly the audition went really well, and they must have seen...
4th September 2025
Over £9,800 Raised at Rock Up For Randall A Brilliant Day for a Brilliant Cause We’re absolutely thrilled to share that this year’s Rock Up For Randall, held on Sunday 24th August, raised a fantastic £9,810.82 for the David Randall...
28th August 2025
And that’s a wrap on Rock Up for Randall 2025! What an incredible day – thank you to everyone who came out and supported us. A special shout-out to our brilliant volunteers who worked tirelessly, the fantastic bands who kept...
13th July 2025
As part of the family fun day at this year's "Rock up for Randall" event we are running a Dog Show. Has your pooch got what it takes to steal the show? Categories 1. Best Crossbread 2. Precious pups (under...
25th June 2025
Rock Up For Randall is a family-friendly event that brings people together to support the David Randall Foundation. Expect a variety of activities, entertainment, and great food—all while helping to fund Good Days for individuals with life-limiting illnesses and supporting young...
15th May 2025
Olly has just returned from the world event held in Astana, Kazakhstan where he represented Team GB. It was his first experience of Kazakhstan and found everyone to be hospitable and helpful, with an excellent indoor tennis centre. He said...
10th April 2025
St Helenas Hospice, Colchester nominated the DRF for a Compassionate Community Champion Award in recognition of our work done under the "Good Days" program.
3rd April 2025
Many congratulations to Sarah, our music scholar, who recently passed her Grade 4 oboe with distinction.
27th March 2025
News reaches the DRF that Olly recently participated in the Gosling LD Regional Tournament and won gold and silver medals in both the singles and doubles, meaning that he has now qualified for the Play Your Way to Wimbledon competition...
23rd February 2025
As is traditional on 23rd February, the Trustees would like to announce not one, but two Scholarships for 2025, on what would have been David's 40th birthday. Last year's scholar, Sarah Padbury, is using the award to further her passion...
6th February 2025
The DRF has received news of Ollie's latest achievements. He wrote " I came back from Melbourne last week. where I played in the PWII event in mens singles and doubles. Unfortunately the singles draw wasn’t great for me, all the...
