Baby Opal’s Story

Baby Opal being tube-fed in an incubator

The doctors and nurses were just amazing. They made me feel at ease and gave me great comfort that my baby would recover. No words will ever describe how thankful we are to Lewisham Hospital NICU and Ickle Pickles.

Freddie’s Story

Baby Freddie with neonatal consultant

Our lives changed forever with the arrival of our son, Freddie. Born at full term, Freddie had a rare congenital condition known as Oesophageal Atresia/Tracheo-Oesophageal Fistula (OA/TOF). 

Manchester Marathon 2027

Image of runners including one wearing an Ickle Pickles top

The adidas Manchester Marathon, the UK’s second largest marathon and one of Europe’s largest is an iconic event drawing participants from all over the world to the vibrant streets of Greater Manchester.