George ‘The Undertaker’ Locke

Funeral director fights for First Responders!

There are certain roles and responsibilities that come with being a local funeral director, as well as many opportunities to support the community.

On Friday 12th December George Locke will be 'undertaking' his latest challenge – a charity fight night in aid of Shipston Community First Responders.

"I am the local funeral director being the third generation of R. Locke & Son at Brailes, Kineton, Wellesbourne and, as of earlier this year, Shipston-on-Stour.

I enjoy sport, physical activity and relish a challenge including mountain biking, road cycling, skiing, snowboarding, SUPing, running, and have recently started to attempt wing foiling. After feeling very unfit and unhealthy after Covid, I have become a regular with Shipston Personal Training who are hosting a charity Fight Night.

Having never sparred—or even watched a ‘game’ of boxing before—this event seems like the perfect new challenge.

I am fighting to raise funds for Shipston Community First Responders, a charity I’m hoping not to need on fight night, but one we could all be thankful for in a time of crisis. This volunteer-led team responds to 999 emergencies, delivers CPR and defibrillator training, and manages over 60 Community Public Access Defibrillator Cabinets across the area, many equipped with Major Bleed Kits. Their work saves lives every day, and I’m proud to be stepping into the ring in their support."

If you wish to support George you can donate via this link or share the event with your friends and family to gather as much support as we can for George and Shipston Community First Responders.