In Memory of Wayne Bremer – Installing Life-Saving Equipment for Our Community

In September 2024, the Bremer family lost their beloved “King of the Family,” Wayne, very suddenly and unexpectedly.

Since then, they have dedicated themselves to raising funds for 24/7 community defibrillators – vital, life-saving equipment that can make all the difference in an emergency.

Thanks to incredible support, three defibrillators have already been installed across Stroud and Gloucester.

Our Next Challenge

On 4th October 2025, Team Bearlands will be taking on a 5k inflatable charity run at Cheltenham Race Course (come and cheer us on!) to raise money for a fourth defibrillator – helping to save lives, a beat at a time!

This defibrillator will be placed at:

King George V Playing Field

A busy community hub used by so many, including:

If you use this space, you’ll know just how important it is to make it safer for everyone!

Why Defibrillators Matter

A defibrillator gives a controlled jolt of energy to the heart, restarting it when someone goes into cardiac arrest – when the heart suddenly stops beating.

The reality is stark:

❤️ Over 30,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests happen in the UK every year

❤️ Fewer than 1 in 10 people survive

❤️ Every minute without CPR and a defibrillator reduces survival chances by 10%

Having a defibrillator close by can mean the difference between life and death.

Using a Defibrillator – It’s Simple

✅ No training needed – anyone can use one

✅ Gives clear step-by-step voice instructions

✅ Some models also give visual prompts

✅ It will only deliver a shock if it’s needed – you cannot use it incorrectly

✨ Every donation, no matter the size, brings us closer to making this life-saving resource available to all. ✨

Thank you for supporting us in memory of Wayne. Together, we can protect lives – a beat at a time.