John Burkhill
Charity worker
About John Burkhill
Harold John Burkhill (4 January 1939) 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.
On 2 February 2026, he was awarded a star on the Sheffield Legends walk of fame.
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