John Burkhill

Harold John Burkhill is an English fundraiser, better known as '''The Man with the Pram.'''

Life

Harold John Burkhill was born 4 January 1939 in Sheffield, South Yorkshire. He began fundraising for Macmilan Cancer Support in 1993, following the death of his daughter Karen. He is known for pushing a pram around Sheffield City Centre, whilst wearing a green wig.

Recognition

Burkhill was awarded a British [Empire Medal] in the 2013 New Years Honors. In 2021, he was awarded Freedom of the City of Sheffield.
In 2023, he was awarded the ITV Fundraiser of the Year at the Pride of Britain Awards after successfully raising £1,000,000.