We would like to say a massive Thank You to the following companies who have given their time (free of charge) and who have donated towards Ben’s mini, boat and towards events in Ben’s memory…

• Broadstairs Accident Repairs – Thanks to Martin and the team for the immaculate job on the respray of the mini. Also for the really generous discount on this work, which did not compromise the amazing care and attention to detail that was shown by them. http://www.broadstairsaccidentrepairs.com/

• Kent Volkswagen Garage – Thanks to John and then team for all their help with the mini in general (any work done, and for liaising with Mini Spares); as well as paying for the wheel restoration, and for giving the mini its MOT’s and just for looking after it with care.  www.kentvolkswagen.co.uk

• Mini Spares – Thanks to Gary and the team for selling us the mini body panels at cost, and saving us a lot of much needed money that can be used for further restoration (such as the interior). We definitely be using them again in the future. www.minispares.com

• East Kent Components for the donation of parts for the mini engine, including distributor cap, coils and cables. www.eastkentcomponents.co.uk

• Lepson Ltd, Gillingham – For restoring the set of wheels that Ben had previously bought, they kindly did not charge for any labour, only for the parts that were needed. www.lepsons.com

• Thanet Motor Company – For tuning the suspension, and polishing the mini ready for the funeral procession. www.thanetmotor.co.uk

• Proclean, Thanet – For polishing and valeting Ben’s mini in time for the London-Brighton 2012.

• Goodwins, Westbrook – For donating lanterns and lending heaters for the scouts lantern memorial evening. www.thebigboystoyshop.com

• Asda, Broadstairs – For donating energy drinks and bars to the scouts carrying out the bike ride to raise money for the boat engine. www.asda.com

• Holy Trinity Church, Margate – For donating their collection plate towards the boat engine. www.trinitymargate.co.uk