Andrew's Bruno200

Andrew Lea is raising money for Ampleforth Abbey Trust
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Bruno200 · 29 May 2015

Ampleforth Abbey is home to a community of Benedictine monks who welcome visitors into the Abbey for services, and to explore the extensive and stunning Abbey grounds. History & Heritage The Abbey Church and Visitor Centre offer a fascinating insight into a living monastic community. Founded in 1802, the Benedictine community at Ampleforth Abbey is the largest community of monks in the UK. The Abbey Church is filled with furniture, sculpture, and glass from skilled crafts people, including local oak craftsman Robert ‘Mousey’ Thompson. Retreats Our comfortable retreat facilities offer space to rest, reflect and relax away from the routine of everyday life. This place of prayer offers spiritual nourishment for those who seek it. All are warmly welcomed, whether part of a group, for a conference or your own personal retreat. Tea Room Home-made refreshments are available including hot meals and cakes, tea, coffee, and cold drinks including our Ampleforth Abbey apple juice and cider. Outside seating offers stunning views across the Ampleforth valley, and there is baby changing, children’s menu, and plenty of space to park buggies. Explore the Grounds The Ampleforth estate covers 1,200 acres of lakes and woodland in the Howardian Hills National Landscape, with the North York Moors National Park to the north. We welcome walkers and cyclists throughout the year.

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Hi All, 

Those who know me know this is completely out of character but i am going to undertake a physical challenge! The cause is a great one, as it is on behalf of a work colleague Joe and his wife Vivian who tragically lost their son Bruno when he was a baby. They decided to set up a bursary fund in his memory that would support disadvantaged children through an education at Ampleforth College. 

So the challenge, it starts at Chatsworth House and finishes two days later at Ampleforth. In between we will negotiate 200 miles and over 12,000 ft of climbing (and i'm sure i'll nearly as many jelly babies!).  Thanks for visiting my page, thanks for any encouraging messages you may leave me and I hope you will be able to help me meet my fundraising target.

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