I am a support worker, empowering individuals with learning disabilities. My work focuses on upskilling, mentoring, and providing meaningful opportunities that enable them to live fulfilling and independent lives.

In addition to my role in the community, I own a bouncy castle and children's entertainment business, creating magical memories for families across the North East. Bringing joy to children and their families is at the heart of what I do, ensuring that every event is filled with fun and excitement.

In September 2024 I was diagnosed with vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (vEDS), a diagnosis I share with my son Alfred. While this has presented many challenges, it has also strengthened my determination to advocate for awareness and support for others affected by the condition.

I joined the board of trustees at Annabelle's Challenge in February 2026 alongside my role as regional coordinator for the North East.

After joining Newcastle's SCULPT Fitness gym, the team there put together a personalised fitness regime that didn't compromise Connor's health. When he told the members about Alfred, they created a fundraising event called Africa 4 Alfred.

The event took place on April 17-19 with teams of six people using bikes at the gym to travel 8,000,000 metres – the distance from the most northerly to the most southerly tip of Africa.

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Team AC were delighted to attend The White Feather Ball, beautifully hosted by Connor & Emma Peebles in aid of Annabelle’s Challenge. The evening was a tremendous success, filled with generosity, celebration and a wonderful sense of community.

We are incredibly grateful to everyone who attended and helped make this such a memorable occasion. It was especially heart‑warming to see Annabelle enjoying herself, surrounded by members of the vEDS community coming together in support and solidarity.

This special event also marks an amazing milestone! Connor’s fundraising has now reached £29,525, an extraordinary achievement that will make a real difference to families living with vascular EDS.

Thank you to Connor, Emma, and every supporter who helped make The White Feather Ball truly unforgettable.

"Serial fundraiser Connor Peebles, 29, is dad to little Alfred - and both of them have rare genetic disease Vascular Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (vEDS).
 
Speaking about the diagnosis, Connor said: "It was news that no parent wants to hear. The condition weakens the connective tissues that hold the body together — particularly in the arteries and hollow organs."
 
"I want to do as much as I can. I have already raised £11k, and I’m hoping that with the bike ride we can get this number to £20k. I am going to do whatever I can to help fund research because I want to one day be able to say that Alfred 'had vEDS' and not that he has it."