15 year old Tunbridge Wells schoolboy George Tappenden has been presented by Prince Harry with a national WellChild award for his remarkable fortitude
Tunbridge Wells teenager George Tappenden has been presented with a special WellChild award by Prince Harry at an awards ceremony in London for living life to the full in the face of complex medical challenges.
Despite having Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Type 2 he attends a local mainstream secondary school, is a renowned public speaker on his condition, and enjoys drumming in his spare time.
George’s mother Lucy Frost said “I am incredibly proud of my son George. He is an exceptional young man, who carries a strength, determination and resilience that would put many others to shame.”
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