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TALK: Tragedy to Triumph

Name: TALK: Tragedy to Triumph
Start: 2025-03-25T10:45:00+00:00
End: 2025-03-25T10:45:00+00:00
Location: Torquay Museum

25th Mar 2025, 10:45 am

TALKS

Torquay Museum Society Lecture by David Follet

David tells of his time in hospital after an accident, his rehabilitation and his determination to live life to the full. He tells of the problems disabled people face in everyday life and how he has overcome these. He is the English national wheelchair badminton champion, has carried the Olympic torch, demonstrated an exoskeleton suit and travelled the world.

Lectures are free of charge to Torquay Museum Society Members but the general public are also welcome to attend - £5 per ticket, payable on the door.

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