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  • Our Story
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  • Tutoring
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  • Linktree
  • Fundraising
  • Contact Us

Our Story in Videos

Over the years we have mainly shared our story through TikTok, although we are increasingly using YouTube to engage with a wider audience. You can access these videos through our Linktree.


Below are some representative examples of videos documenting key themes of our journey. 

William's Severn Way Trek

These videos record our experience during a 215-mile sponsored trek along the Severn Way. We are completing this to raise funds to provide free tutoring for neurodivergent students who struggle to attend school.


William's Severn Way Trek, Stage 2 (Autumn 2025):

William's Severn Way Trek, Stage 1 (Summer 2025):

Longer YouTube Videos

The following video tells the story of William's buggy marathon, completed in June '24, which raised close to £3000 to support the education of neurodivergent students:

The following video (produced in April '23) shares my son William's story. Over his short life William has faced challenges of autism, epilepsy and the consequences of his behaviour, but he is determined to face life with boldness, positivity and joy:

The video below tells of William's harrowing brain surgery, which he came through stronger than ever:

Early TikTok Videos (2022/3): This Is William

Videos about William overcoming life challenges

When you meet my son
William's journey
William described in three words
Epilepsy surgery
12 Things William Likes
Favourite books
Favourite cartoons
Life in reverse

Early TIKTOK VIDEOS (2022/3): Activities and Adventures

Videos showcasing William's adventurous spirit

Visit to Carding Mill Valley
William's summer
Exploring London
Seaside fun
A bird rescue
William's first fireworks night
Visit to the Black Country Living Museum
Visit to the Christmas market
A car repair journey

Early TIKTOK VIDEOS (2022/3): Sensory Joys

Videos showing William's unique relationship with sensory experiences

A personal sensory room
The UK's biggest soft play
Trampoline tricks
A sensory party
Library book joy
Sensory city
Morning peace

Early TIKTOK VIDEOS (2022/3): Talents and Quirks

Videos showing William's unique talents and personality traits

Sporty strengths
William's sense of humour
The very hungry William
Musical talents
The concept of time
Nonverbal knowing
A unique approach to toast

Early TIKTOK VIDEOS (2022/3): Our Family

Videos about William's family

Saturday Morning
A family meal
Turning 40
A day in the life of an autism parent
Visiting family in Bakewell
Parents' dreams
A sensory circuit at the Grandparents' house
Reunited with Grandad
Why I run

Early TIKTOK VIDEOS (2022/3): Understanding Autism

Videos explaining William's autism

First signs of autism (0-2 years)
Signs of autism at 3 years of age (time of diagnosis)
Signs of autism at 5 years of age
Autism and speech development
Autism and regression
Vocal stimming
Stillness and sensory input
70 years' progress
Nonverbal autism and masking

Early TIKTOK VIDEOS (2022/3): Coping Strategies

Videos showing how we cope with difficult situations

Staying calm at the supermarket
Autism and heat waves
A replacement trampoline
A hard day's autism parenting
Lunch at Harvester
A novel approach to haircuts
Back to school
Coping at Costa
Visit to Thinktank
Mobility buggy comparison

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