Derry girl Ruby Lynch remembered with annual walk

A sponsored walk in memory of Derry girl Ruby Lynch was held on Saturday morning last. The seven-year-old, who had Down's syndrome, died three-and-a-half years ago leaving her family and friends heartbroken.

Spirits weren’t dampened at a rain-sodden Ebrington Square for the event organised by the Foyle Down Syndrome Trust (FDST), and the city and district’s Mayor, Sandra Duffy was in attendance.

After a ‘warm-up session’ with the girls from FDST, the walk began from the square before making its way over the Peace Bridge, up the quay, under the Craigavon Bridge towards the train station and then back towards Ebrington.

Christopher Cooper, manager of FDST, speaking before the event said that they were looking forward to raising as much money as possible this year again.

"We are delighted to be able to bring our families and friends along today and to walk in Ruby's memory and it was great to see such a turnout even though we had persistent rain."

He added: "These are always difficult times for her parents and the more people that come out and show their support really means a lot to the family and ourselves here at FDST.

"The positivity and the feedback that we have gotten over the years has proved that we are all here to honour Ruby’s memory."

IN PICTURES: Foyle Down Syndrome Trust host walk in memory of Ruby Lynch

The public were able to donate on the day, but Christopher said that donations will be accepted online as well. Anyone looking to make a donation please do so by the link or QR code on the FDST social media. All donations gratefully accepted.