Anja Wilson

Anja Wilson

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Anja Wilson tragically passed away on 1st June 2025, aged just 19. She was a kind, thoughtful, and quietly brilliant young woman, with a deep love of nature, music, and a simpler way of life.

Anja was on her gap year and looking forward to starting a degree in Biology at Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh in September. She had so much to give to the world — a calm strength, a sharp mind, and a gentle soul who found joy in the beauty around her. She loved long walks, old records, and time spent in the countryside. Her favourite artists included The Beatles, Fleetwood Mac, and Hozier, whose lyrics reflected her love of emotion, meaning, and connection.

Anja passed away suddenly from an undiagnosed heart condition. We are devastated by her loss, but determined to honour her memory by supporting CRY (Cardiac Risk in the Young), a charity working to prevent other families from experiencing the same unimaginable pain.

Since setting up Anja’s Memorial Fund, the response from our community has been overwhelming. Over £32,000 has now been raised, including £3,500 donated to CRY’s core fund, helping to support their vital work nationally. In Anja’s memory, we have three cardiac screening events already booked, with further screenings currently being planned. These events will provide potentially lifesaving heart checks for young people aged 14–35, helping to detect hidden cardiac conditions before tragedy strikes.

We remain committed to continuing this work in Anja’s name, so that more young people can be screened and more families can be spared the heartbreak we have experienced. Any further support, whether through donations, fundraising, or simply sharing this page, will help us extend Anja’s legacy and reach even more young lives.

Thank you for visiting this page, for remembering Anja, and for supporting a cause that now means the world to us.

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Black Tie Ball held for Anja

On 20th March, we proudly held a black tie ball in memory of Anja, bringing together an incredible 150 people for an evening of reflection, connection and fundraising. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of our community, we raised over £9,200 for CRY. Local businesses showed outstanding support through donated prizes...

Queensbury Singers Carol Singing

Queensbury Singers brought festive music to the award‑winning Darley Street Market on Saturday 13 December, then sang again at Queensbury Tesco on Wednesday 17 December, raising money for Anja Wilson / Cardiac Risk in the Young. Temperatures were low but spirits were high, and the generosity of market visitors and...

CRY Update Magazine Issue 97

Issue 97 of the CRY Update magazine covers all news, events and fundraising from May – August 2025. This issue includes an event writeup for CRY Heart of London Bridges Walk (Page 19), 2 new partnerships with the Berks & Bucks FA (Page 16) and OrthTeam Centre (Page 17) and...

Walk around Rosedale Abbey

On Sun 19th October myself & my friends from Batley Girls Grammar School completed a circular walk around Rosedale Abbey in memory of Anja Wilson. As we reached the top of the valley a beautiful rainbow appeared,  it was amazing. I woukd like to thank the 6 walkers from B.G.G.S for...

Quiz Night in memory of Anja Wilson

On Friday 10th October we held our first Quiz at The Raggalds, Queensbury which will now be held annually. We raised £2,024.07 made up of £838.18 in raffle tickets and games on the evening and £1,185.90 from quiz ticket sales. The room was decorated with the CRY colours and autumn...

In loving memory of Anja Wilson

On Sunday, June 1st, while on holiday, I received a call from Anja's mum informing me that Anja had passed away, shortly after her 19th birthday. It was truly a privilege to witness Anja's journey through life. She was an extraordinary young woman who excelled in everything she pursued, whether...

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Alan Reeve

13/05/2026

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£100.00

Sara Cook

09/05/2026

I was really moved by the short video for your daughter “Anya’s Story” - I can’t begin to imagine what you’re going through as a family and really felt I wanted to send a donation … Read more

I was really moved by the short video for your daughter “Anya’s Story” - I can’t begin to imagine what you’re going through as a family and really felt I wanted to send a donation . Anya will always be in your heart - Sending love, prayers and strength to you all 💜 xxx

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£25.00

Robert Hempel

08/05/2026

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£100.00

Carly Wilson

06/05/2026

Donations received at the Anja Fest. Thank you for all who came and generously donated

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£1,590.00
Anja W.

Carly Wilson

06/05/2026

Donations collected at Anja Fest. Thank you to all who came

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£300.00
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