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Essentially, we're all middle-aged and in need of a challenge! So we decided to do a real challenge and walk the 3 highest Peaks in the UK (Ben Nevis, Sca Fell pike and Snowdon, all in one 24 hour period.

Whilst we're at it, we're raising money for Tenovus, a charity that do unquestionably good work with Cancer sufferers - there's a link over on the left, so please take a look at the great work they do.

Tim Rees (43), Director of Protectagroup Insurance Brokers. Married to Val (late 20's) with one son, Cameron (10)
"As I am getting fat I thought the idea of yomping up and down a few hills would be a great way to get fit when John suggested it - until I saw the itinary but by that time it was too late!
I have been privileged to meet a few of the great people at TENOVUS and to get a better understanding of the brilliant work they do to make life easier for cancer sufferers. Time to put something back I think.
Please give generously"

Stuart Christmas (45) - Married to Jo with a son, Mackenzie (4).  Tenovus are a wonderful charity and it just seems like the right thing to do, to challenge yourself once in a while and raise some money for these wonderful people to put to such good use. 

Peter Melling (early 30's), fancied getting fit and challenging himself, whilst helping this fabulous cause.

John Dorrington (still in his teens)  - Well is it middle aged madness,or putting my superbly toned body to the test ,who knows but i am really proud to be part of this fine team of atheletes who aim to raise a stack of money for a fantastic cancer charity tenovous.It seems to me that many families are touched by this dreadful disease .We will be climbing 5 years to the month that my dad lost his battle to cancer and this will give me a chance to quietly celebrate his life while getting some money to give to people who can make a real difference to other families and individuals.

The training is going well. First walk was to the bell hanger in chepstow, with the locals a little wary of men in boots and balclavas! Still, we made it back all of 2 miles up the hill. Training is about to step and in May, we'll be going to the lakes for trainig week-end. My aim is to simply raise as much money as i can ,get up and down those mountains in 24 hours and have a great time.Please give as generously as you can any amount is hugely appreciated and will be put to great useJohn.d
 

Brian Gow (the oldest-by far)

Some would say that I am far too old to be running up and down mountains but it is for a very good cause and it gives me an excuse to polish the old boots. Tenovus do amazing things on cancer research and patient care but like all charitable organizations they rely on donations to survive, your contribution is very much appreciated. Many thanks, Brian

 
A special mention here, to the two unsung heroes of the team: Ant and Andy will be doing the driving for us, between hills. Guys, you're heroes to us, and thanks a million for doing it. We really couldn't do it without you!

Also, we'd all like to pass special thanks on to Marcella at Cardiff Gate Business Park, for a kind donation of £100, and Tim's colleagues at Protectagroup for raising £190 for us! 
 
Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - We raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

So please dig deep and donate now.

 

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Tenovus

Tenovus

Charity Registration No. 1054015

Set up in 1943, Tenovus is a leading cancer charity that invests around £3.9 million each year in pioneering cancer research, education and patient care. Tenovus also funds a Freephone Cancer Helpline (0808 808 1010), providing support to cancer patients and their families.

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good luck

Donation by brian young on 25/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck Peter, Emma, Nick, Olivia & Sam xx

Donation by Emma Blatcher on 21/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good Luck, Timbo. Don't forget your size 11 orange brogues.

Donation by Geraint on 20/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good Luck to you all From Peter's Mum & Dad

Donation by Michael Melling on 19/05/10

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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Good luck Stuart and co

Donation by John Kelly on 17/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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hope all goes well for you all and enjoy the views when you get to the top.

Donation by amanda banfield on 17/05/10

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

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Good luck to Tim & all - P Lediard / J Good & the Miss Davies twins

Donation by valerie rees on 09/05/10

£25.00

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Good luck to Tim and all - great cause.

Donation by Joe & Lesley on 09/05/10

£20.00

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Good luck Tim and all the guys. Enjoy!!!

Donation by Mark Hartery on 06/05/10

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Good Luck Great and Worthy Cause

Donation by Andrew Thomas on 06/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck from Graham and all at FCS

Donation by Graham Fryer on 06/05/10

£50.00

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Good luck, Peter. I'm sure chasing the kids around the pitch on Saturday mornings has been good training!

Donation by Mark Harvey (Finn's dad) on 04/05/10

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Good luck Tim, Don't forget your liability policy just in case you trip up.

Donation by Norman Whittaker on 04/05/10

£30.00

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All the best climbing the mountains John, an admirable mission and great cause!

Donation by Anna Hooper on 02/05/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck to all of you involved in hauling that unfit balding miserable sod Christmas up those mountains. Have fun!

Donation by Andy Gough on 30/04/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck Tim at last you are reaching the heights you think you deserve

Donation by Gary Chapman on 28/04/10

£25.00

+ £7.05 Gift Aid

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Good luck Peter

Donation by Nicola Titmus on 27/04/10

£10.00

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Good luck Tim, I can't believe your only 43.The training must be taking it's toll.Although walking to the local pub isn't really training!!!

Donation by David Thomas on 26/04/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck!

Donation by Deirdre Mogford on 25/04/10

£10.00

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All of the team, Best of luck raising money for a great cause! John, for once enjoy being told you're over the hill...

Donation by Mark Wright on 23/04/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Best of luck with those hills

Donation by Jason & Jill Dixon on 23/04/10

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Nice one Stu - it's getting closer - triathlon next hey?

Donation by rich bev on 21/04/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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John, a great cause. If you find a hill with a pub at the top it makes training a bit more fun! Best of luck to you & the team

Donation by Darren & Karen McCabe on 19/04/10

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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John Dorrington..you are a legend. Great charity, Best of luck....we need you back in one piece.

Donation by steve kemp on 19/04/10

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

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Good Luck!

Donation by Iwan Jones on 19/04/10

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations$3,399.99
  • Offline donations$3,303.23
  • Text donations$0.00
  • Total raised$6,703.22
  • Gift Aid$852.80

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