Antarctica Ice Marathon
Running on Ice for Singapore Cheshire Home
Mr Raymond Page, an Executive Director of Trident Trust, Singapore, completed a 42.1 km ice marathon in Antarctica in December 2024 to raise funds for Singapore Cheshire Home (SCH). Spurred by a suggestion from a friend to support SCH, Raymond culminated the idea of supporting a worthy cause with his lifelong passion for running, travelling and completing marathons around the world. His ultra marathons have brought him to the Sahara Desert, Himalayas, and Australia’s Blue Mountains, just to name a few.
Raymond spent many hours training mentally and pushing his endurance limits before flying to Antarctica to prepare for the arduous challenge of the ice marathon in harsh and rough terrain. He recalled, “Singapore Cheshire Home gave me the determination to push through tough moments; when my body began to grumble, the thoughts of and responsibility toward my friends I was helping, gave me that extra push, especially when I was struggling with ice blocks in my gloves and nose! To be honest, the scenery and serenity of the actual run made the mental side very manageable. What kept me going in this extreme environment was the thought of making a difference to the lives of beneficiaries at Cheshire. It inspired my efforts and gave me a deep sense of accomplishment when I know I had contributed to the residents whom I have a deep connection with.” Among the many layers of clothes and winter gear he brought to keep warm and to prevent frostbites, he also brought the Cheshire feathers to motivate himself to complete the race!
Our Home is proud to have such a passionate fundraiser like Raymond, and we are grateful for his donations from the ice marathon in Antarctica and his ongoing thoughts for the residents at Singapore Cheshire.
Thank you, Raymond!
