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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.

 

Thanks

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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 - you're mad

Donation by Niki and Howe on 06/04/10

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Good luck guys.

Donation by Paul Riddiford on 06/04/10

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Good luck Stuart.

Donation by helen long on 06/04/10

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Best of luck boys. Proud of you x

Donation by Jo and Kenzie on 06/04/10

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Pob lwc Tim – a walk in the park for a Trimsaran boy. Make sure that you’ve got your Scarlets shirt with you!! – Rob

Donation by Robert Williams on 30/03/10

£20.00

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Pob lwc. Take care. Lots of love

Donation by Mum and Dad on 29/03/10

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

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Best of luck - dispite what they told you I am not sure these are three pubs in Cardiff

Donation by Tim Lowe on 26/03/10

£40.00

+ £11.28 Gift Aid

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Good luck Tim. To Tim's friends - put in some strength training, you may need to carry one of the party

Donation by David Wrathall on 24/03/10

£50.00

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You nutter

Donation by Tony Copping on 24/03/10

£20.00

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Best of Luck Tim, I am sure if you hang a beer on a fishing rod in front of you you'll manage it no bother. Mind the Midgies on Ben Nevis though!

Donation by Paul Bridges on 23/03/10

£40.00

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Great cause, great challenge. Best of luck

Donation by Ronnie & Elizabeth Keith on 21/03/10

£50.00

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Good luck to you & the rest of the team. Val.xx

Donation by valerie Rees on 20/03/10

£50.00

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good luck dad hope you bring 100pints of beer toget drunk good luck cam love you :0

Donation by cameron rees on 20/03/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

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Good luck

Donation by Jeremy Rees on 19/03/10

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

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All the best Tim!

Donation by James Wenninger on 19/03/10

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

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Tim. The very best of luck with the Three Pints Challenge. Paul.

Donation by Paul Gibson on 19/03/10

£30.00

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Tim's begging obviously helped ! All the best and good luck !

Donation by Ian McFadyean on 18/03/10

£20.00

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It's a great cause but you didn't say that you were only driving the minibus though!

Donation by Paul Jenkins on 17/03/10

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Good luck Timbo. Make sure you have a glass of rose at the top

Donation by David Loosemore on 16/03/10

£20.00

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Good to see you getting some exercise other than golf. All the best reaching your worthy goals.

Donation by Ian Brown on 15/03/10

£15.00

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All the best Tim

Donation by Justin Newton on 15/03/10

£30.00

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Hope the Guiness does not slow you down too much

Donation by Ian Eidman on 15/03/10

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Good luck Tim strolling up those 3 little hills

Donation by Leighton Humphreys on 15/03/10

£20.00

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Good luch Tim!

Donation by Mark Endacott on 15/03/10

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£2,249.00
  • Offline donations£2,185.00
  • Text donations£0.00
  • Total raised£4,434.00
  • Gift Aid£564.10

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