Friends and family organised the tractor run in memory of Barry Egmore, a 66-year-old sheep farmer from Fakenham, who died in January 2026 after being diagnosed with bowel cancer. The event saw more than 50 tractors travel from Thursford Steam Museum to Great Snoring Social Club, bringing together the local farming community to celebrate Barry’s life and support a cause close to his heart.
Rebecca Egmore, Barry’s daughter, a Secretarial Assistant at the hospital, reminisced: “We wish to raise money for the Shouldham Ward as my dad spent a lot of 2025 there and the staff were just like family. He used to always wish to go to Shouldham over any other ward. Sadly, he passed away there too.”
Alongside the tractor run, supporters enjoyed a raffle and barbecue, with all proceeds donated to The QEH’s cancer ward (Shouldham Ward) where Barry was treated. In total, they raised an incredible £1,600
The event was organised by Vanessa Green and Steven Hall, friends of Barry’s, who wanted to honour his memory in a way that reflected his love of farming, community and helping others.
Vanessa Green, organiser of the event, said: “Last year we held a tractor road run to raise funds for Bowel Cancer UK, as this is what Barry was fighting at the time with. We never thought that this year we would be holding a memorial tractor road run for Barry.
“When my partner and I agreed we would hold another road run, there was no doubt in our minds that we would be raising funds for Shouldham Ward in Barry’s memory. Barry was the most genuine kind-hearted person you could wish to meet. He truly had a heart of gold and always making you laugh. Though this will never bring Barry back, I hope he is looking down smiling and chuckling away.”
The fundraiser was not the first time the couple had supported The QEH. Last December, they lit up their garden with a colourful array of Christmas lights and raised more than £2,500 for the hospital’s maternity unit. Their festive fundraising efforts are just one example of their dedication to making a positive difference for local healthcare services.
Every pound raised from the tractor run will help support patients receiving care on Shouldham Ward, helping to enhance the experience of local people facing cancer treatment and recovery.
Jolly Thomas, Shouldham Ward Manager, said: “Barry was one of those people you simply never forget. He brought warmth, kindness and a smile wherever he went, and even today our team at Shouldham Ward still talks about him with great fondness.
“It means so much to see Vanessa and Steven honouring Barry’s memory in such a thoughtful and generous way. This tractor run was a beautiful celebration of his life and the kindness he showed to others. We are truly touched by the support they have shown for Shouldham Ward, and we cannot thank them enough. From all of us on the ward, we so happy the memorial tractor run was a great success. I know Barry would be smiling with pride, seeing so many people come together in his memory.”
The tractor run not only celebrated Barry’s life but also created a lasting legacy in his memory, ensuring that other patients and families can benefit from the care and support provided by the ward for years to come.
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