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Moment Pauline Quirke’s son completes Alzheimer’s fundraising trek

Pauline Quirke's son completes 140km trek for Alzheimer's research
  • Charlie Quirke, son of actor Pauline Quirke, completed a 140km (87-mile) fundraising trek for Alzheimer's research on Friday, 12 December 2025.
  • His mother, Pauline Quirke, known for 'Birds Of A Feather', was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2021, which led to her retirement from acting.
  • Charlie's trek involved retracing his mother's footsteps to significant places from her life, culminating at his parents' home in Buckinghamshire for Christmas.
  • He successfully raised £176,000 for Alzheimer's Research UK.
  • The charity highlighted the significance of his efforts, stating that every step taken brings them closer to a cure.
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