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Paralympic Voices

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The sporting community

Sally talks about the country-wide comradeship she gained through sport.

Rugby leg

Bobby recalls playing for three rugby teams at the same time, and shares a surprising story about an alternative use for his rugby leg.

Secret to success

Peter shares the surprising secret to his success at Seoul 1988.

Atmosphere at the Stoke Mandeville Games

Eva, daughter of Sir Ludwig Guttmann, remembers volunteering at the Stoke Mandeville Games and the atmosphere of friendship there.

The Beer Tent

Allen remembers athletes from all over the world celebrating at the beer tent.

Camping with patients in the 1980s

Physiotherapist Dot talks about taking two patients camping in the 1980s and how boundaries have changed.

Friendships at the Games

John talks about the camaraderie at the Games and the lifelong friendships made at Stoke Mandeville.

What Stoke Mandeville means to me

Caz talks about Stoke Mandeville as the place in the world she felt most at home in her life.