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It seemed like a good idea at the time several months ago , now as time gets nearer I'm maybe not so sure!

I love cycling and I love travelling in New Zealand where my eldest son Dan lives with his wife Nichola and my two grandaughters. So to combine the two and raise money for an amazing place like St Richards Hospice in Worcester is my ambition.

I will be riding from Napier on North Island down to Wellington , take the Interislander Ferry over the Sound to Picton  on South Island , down to Christchurch and the over the Southern Alps to Queenstown where Dan lives. A total of approx 900 miles or 1449 kms if you prefer! I will be starting on 6th February 2012 and hope to complete the trip in 3 to 4 weeks . You can follow my progress on an internet Blog I will keep accessible via my company web site www.startin-honda.com.

Please support me in raising much needed funds for St Richards 

SStReg. Charity No. 515668

St Richard's Hospice provides free specialist palliative care for patients living with cancer and other life threatening illnesses and supports there families. Each year the hospice team supports over 2200 patient and family members in Worcestershire.  Patients are cared for in the Day Hospice , the 16 bed In-patient Unit or in there own homes by a specialist professional team as well as many trained volunteers. In-patient Unit specialists are on hand 24 hours a day to manage patients symptoms and where, if they so choose , patients may spend the last few days of life in comfort and dignity.

The Snowdrops Community Care Centre allows St Richards to expand its services across the community. The new annex will allow the Home Care Team of nurses, Hospice at Home carers and Family Support Team to help more people and to meet the ever increasing demand towards the £5.4m they need to raise this year to continue there work.   

 

 

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I'm surprised that such an old git like you, could manage such a demanding and enduring cycle ride.Well done on such a fantastic achievement. Donation by John & Barbara Boyce on 02/04/12

 
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Well done for doing so much and raising so much money for a wonderful cause. You are a real inspiration! Donation by Jessy Paston on 22/03/12

 
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Well done Ben. You're a star!! Donation by Vicky & Paul on 21/03/12

 
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Fantastic effort John have a good rest ! Mike Donation by Michael Kopsch on 20/03/12

 
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Well done John Donation by paul vigor on 19/03/12

 
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Congratulations Ben! A journey of a thousand miles begins with one inspirational person! Ali x Donation by Alison Khan on 11/03/12

 
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Thankyou John for all your efforts Donation by beryl lambourne on 04/03/12

 
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Good to meet you on your travels. Donation by Anonymous on 04/03/12

 
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Well done John Donation by Anonymous on 04/03/12

 
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Well done John!!! See you very soon!! xxx Sharon Donation by sharon hill on 29/02/12

 
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Well ridden. Apart from stunning scenery and balmy beaches there are some killer hills on NZ's roads. Congratulations ... Donation by John Perry on 28/02/12

 
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Well done Ben you champion! Donation by Bess and Ken and Dan and Rosie! on 28/02/12

 
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You are an absolute hero John. Well done! You must be very proud of yourself, Judith and I certainly are. Donation by Jonathan Stockley on 26/02/12

 
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Good Luck Donation by Mr & Mrs John Smith on 24/02/12

 
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Not bad for an old fella! Well Done Dad, very proud of you. Donation by Matty and Jo Bentley on 19/02/12

 
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Keep going John. Need to have you back in Worcester to see the Titanic show in April. Donation by Michael Astles on 17/02/12

 
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Good Luck Donation by Mrs Clara Hewitt on 17/02/12

 
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Go-John-go!! A great adventure, ridiculously challenging but a very worthwhile cause. Don't forget to enjoy the Sav Blanc en route! Donation by KATE SAXTON on 15/02/12

 
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Hi John. Good Luck for the rest of your journey. Take Care. Donation by Sally Lewis on 15/02/12

 
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Good Luck Donation by Mr Catherall on 14/02/12

 
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Well done, John. Enjoy the ride and continuing support for a great Charity. Donation by Brian Carter on 14/02/12

 
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send us some sunshine! keep it going ....... Donation by Tricia Cavell on 10/02/12

 
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Have a wonderful trip, the blog is great. Donation by John & Maggie Kane on 09/02/12

 
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Have you made sure there are enough pubs on your route. You really should keep your fluid levels up on such an epic adventure. All the best Donation by Nick Campolucci on 01/02/12

 
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John, take it easy and well done!! Donation by Shaun O'Donnell on 25/01/12

 
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