Celebrity welcome for Darren Kenny

Paralympic medallist, Darren Kenny, will be at the Heritage Centre, Ferrett Green, Verwood at 10.45am.

In anticipation of the elite paralympic cyclist’s arrival from Beijing, a banner will be placed on Ringwood Road to greet him. 

The banner, organised by Verwood Town Council and Designer Sign Company, sums up the pride of the town for the local man who achieved so much at the Paralympic Games.

Verwood Mayor, Cllr Mrs Lucy Clark said, “Verwood Town Council and the residents of Verwood and Three Legged Cross are thrilled to congratulate Darren Kenny on his success at the Beijing Paralympics 2008.

Not only did he achieve four gold medals and one silver, he also beat two of his own world records, what a wonderful achievement and how proud we all are of him. He is an inspiration to us all, young and old.”

Darren will also be invited to attend the mayor’s civic reception in November, where a presentation from the town will be made.