Appeal launched to fund trip for terminally ill dad of two

Sandra Bishop-Laggett, a teaching assistant from Mundesley, launched the appeal so Asa Webb, 34, can spend precious time with their children, Lily, 11, and Jax, 9.

Mr Webb, a former barber from North Walsham who worked in Norwich for many years, has battled serious health problems since his early 20s.

Asa Webb worked as a barber at The Den in Norwich (Image: Supplied) He underwent a kidney transplant in 2017, but his health deteriorated again in 2022 and he now requires dialysis three times a week.

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In April, he underwent emergency open heart surgery, and has since been admitted to intensive care four times. 

Sandra said: “Asa just said, ‘I’m so tired. I want to have some fun with the children. I’ve never taken them on holiday.’

Asa Webb with his children Lily and Jaxon (Image: Supplied) “That’s when we set up the GoFundMe.”

The response has been overwhelming. At the time of writing, more than £4,300 has been raised through 150 donations, far surpassing the £700 target.

Many donations have come from Asa’s former barbering clients and colleagues at The Den, with some contributing hundreds.

Asa wants to make memories with his children (Image: Supplied) Thanks to the donations, a weekend at Center Parcs Elveden has now been booked for August, allowing Asa to stay close to the Norfolk and Norwich Hospital for his treatment.

Any remaining money will also go towards days out in Norfolk, including Great Yarmouth and Pensthorpe.

Sandra said: “We just want to give Lily and Jax happy memories with their dad.

Sandra Bishop-Laggett with her partner Graham Wood and baby Tayler (Image: Supplied) “They’ve grown up seeing him in and out of hospital, and they’ve had to witness things no child should.

“This trip gives them something joyful to hold onto.”

“I will be forever grateful to everyone who has helped give my children the opportunity to make these memories with their daddy.”

To make a donation, head to www.gofundme.com/f/a-special-weekend