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As most of you know Andy and I have decided to climb Kilimanjaro. This once in a lifetime adventure will take place in mid March so we will be training very hard from now on.  We are funding the vast majority of the trip ourselves but the aim is also to raise heaps of cash for charity.

Just over 4 years ago my mum was diagnosed with Colon cancer which is a form of Bowel Cancer.  It was a total shock as she did not seem at all ill.  She had treatment and she did beat the cancer although she was not left totally unscathed; she was left with a colostomy

The thing is that if she had recognised the symptoms early and had been correctly diagnosed at that time there is a very good chance that she would not need a bag for the rest of her life.

Bowel cancer is the 2nd biggest cancer killer in the UK. Of the 100 people diagnosed every day 50 will die. Unfortunately it is not a high profile cancer as many people find it embarrassing to talk about it, yet over 90% of cases can be treated successfully if caught in time. 

Beating Bowel Cancer is a charity that is dedicated to raising awareness of bowel cancer and promoting early diagnosis so that more lives can be saved. You can get more information about the charity by clicking on the link on the left hand side of the page.

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My charity

Beating Bowel Cancer

Beating Bowel Cancer

Charity Registration No. 1063614

Bowel cancer is the UK's second biggest cause of cancer deaths. Around 1 in 18 people will get bowel cancer and, of the 100 people diagnosed every day, almost half will die of the disease. Yet, in over 90% of cases, bowel cancer could be treated successfully if diagnosed early, which is why raising awareness is so important. Beating Bowel Cancer is a national charity for those affected by bowel cancer and is dedicated to raising awareness of the symptoms and ultimately saving more lives. Visit http://www.beatingbowelcancer.org to find out more.

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Good luck Gill and Andy. Sounds like an amazing adventure and a great cause to support

Donation by Jenny, India and Olivia on 01/11/10

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Good luck guys! Any money that goes to beating the silent killer is worth it - dont forget ipods - the theme from Rocky at the summit ought to do it!

Donation by Sue Gratton on 01/11/10

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Enjoy the experience! Best wishes for the trip. Well done!!

Donation by Jim Pummell on 31/10/10

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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Wave to us from the top! A great adventure and a great cause.

Donation by Rob Weyer on 30/10/10

£50.00

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Wishing you both every success and hope you raise lots of money.

Donation by Pauline Gordon on 30/10/10

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What a very brave plan, with a fabulous purpose! Good luck on your way up.

Donation by Steven Vaassen on 29/10/10

£50.00

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I'll hope you have a fantastic trip up the mountain!

Donation by Gerwin van der Horst on 29/10/10

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

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Good Luck. What a wonderful experience it will be enjoy. Hope you acheive your objective. Take care Christine.

Donation by Christine Owens on 29/10/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good Luck tackling The Teardrop Explodes' seminal debut album, I'm sure the experience will be very "Reward"ing. Geddit? Jo

Donation by Jo Hillyer on 29/10/10

£20.00

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Good Luck Gill & Andy, learn how to squat and you will be fine! Have a blast guys. Mucho Lovo, Lee x

Donation by lee seger on 29/10/10

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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Fantastic initiative and will be a fantastic experience I am sure. Can't wait to see the pictures! Come on, go and get used to those new boots quick!

Donation by David MALINGE on 29/10/10

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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Good luck - you're both braver than me! V happy to support after I had my first 'check' last year! Early diagnosis saved my Dad- hope it saves others

Donation by Bridget O'Donovan on 29/10/10

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

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Waht an amazing experience you will have and all for a great cause that really needs support. Enjoy the adventure!

Donation by sally revell on 29/10/10

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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Wishing you all the best for you forthcoming challenge! A great cause that has also impacted my family this year.

Donation by Hayley Crown on 29/10/10

£50.00

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You are a braver woman than me or maybe that should read foolish. Good luck with it all.

Donation by Wellie on 28/10/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Well done Gill and Andy - amazing thing to do. Love Elliot and Ruthi (and brood)

Donation by Ruth and Elli Renton on 28/10/10

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Never thought I would see Gilly P up a proper mountain ! You won't need reminding but "Loosing is not an option" Still have the T-shirt !

Donation by Andrew Frater on 28/10/10

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

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Hi Gill & Andy, All the best in your fundraising! Great cause.

Donation by Juliet on 28/10/10

£10.00

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£5,066.00
  • Offline donations£0.00
  • Text donations£0.00
  • Total raised£5,066.00
  • Gift Aid£694.94

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