A picture of Maria on a trip to bath, standing with a walking stick beside a model Dalek

Maria’s story: “I think everyone should know about Back Up.”

Maria is 85 years old. Originally from Persia, she was a nursing sister working in Read more

Hugo’s story: Running For My Sister

Some people are clearly born runners; their long legs bound gracefully over concrete, one long Read more

Leonie and Lucille’s story: Our Family

We were introduced to Back Up during our first whirlwind stay at the National Spinal Read more

Back Up Fest Coming Soon

On July 8 2017, we will hold our first ever Back Up Festival at Cokethorpe school Read more

Jemima’s story: The Push

I have always been a very active, outdoorsy girl. I love going out with friends, Read more

Amanda’s Story: My journey with Ben

‘The first time I rang all I did was cry. I guess that was me Read more

Christina: “I definitely feel guilty”

Four years ago, Christina got a call from her mum saying that her brother John Read more