After months of hard work on the part of John and Katy Ruffell the John Ruffell Fitness Studio finally opened in May. Many of us watched the hours they put in essentially turning an ex-garage space into a clean, well-lit studio that has become a focal point in Whitchurch for the numerous fitness classes.

Sadly on Saturday 1st July a campervan outside caught fire and one end of the studio went up in flame causing a large amount of damage to equipment and furniture. This equipment needs to be replaced and John and Katy could really do with a helping hand from friends and those who train to get them back on their feet as soon as possible.