Support the Source to Sea Challenge with DRPG!

Apr 01, 2025 - Jun 21, 2025

Zac Goodman

As part of our 45th-anniversary celebrations, DRPG set out to make a difference – not only in our industry but in the wider community. From 12th to 15th May 2025, CEO Dale Parmenter and the Marketing Team, took on our most ambitious challenge yet: a 200 mile journey along the UK’s longest river, the Severn.

Starting at the source in Plynlimon, Wales, and ending at the Severn Bridge, the four-day Source to Sea Challenge saw the challengers run, cycle and kayak through unpredictable terrain and weather conditions to raise vital funds for four exceptional charities aligned with our values:

🌍 Environmental: Severn Rivers Trust – Protecting and enhancing the River Severn.

💙 Community: Wheels for All – Making cycling accessible for all, regardless of ability.

🤝 Industry Support: Meeting Needs – Event professionals raising funds and changing lives worldwide.

🎭 Next Generation: Creative Futures Trust (via The King’s Trust) – Empowering young people through the arts and creative industries.

The challenge may be complete, but the journey isn’t over. Our goal is to raise £20,000 – £5,000 for each charity – by the time we officially celebrate our 45th anniversary in June.

💙 Help us reach the finish line. Your donation will support these charities in creating lasting, meaningful change.

We extend a heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors – Attivo, OWB Creative, ICE, and the Chartered Institute of Export – for powering this initiative and helping us go the distance.

📢 Follow the story: #SourceToSeaChallenge | #DRPG45

Together, we’ve proven what’s possible. Let’s now complete the mission.

Supporting

Severn Rivers Trust

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Severn Rivers Trust is an independent charity dedicated to protecting and restoring the River Severn and its tributaries. We work across the entire river system, from source to sea, to improve water quality, restore habitats, and safeguard the future of this vital waterway.

Wheels For All

Community | 1003309

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Wheels for All is a national accessible cycling charity which promotes inclusive cycling through a range of successful community engagement programmes that give people the opportunity to cycle on a regular basis; through help, support and guidance.

The King's Trust

Community | 1079675

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At The King’s Trust, we believe that every young person should have the chance to succeed, no matter their background or the challenges they are facing. We’re proud to have supported more than 1 million young people across the UK as The Prince's Trust.

Meeting Needs

Community | 1110830

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Meeting Needs is a UK-based registered charity founded by leading figures in the UK conference and events Industry. Their objective is to help and support individuals and organisations in the events and hospitality industry. They provide assistance to those facing difficulties, whether due to illness, disability, financial hardship or other challenges.