The reason for doing this challenge is simple. As CEO of AST Ambulance Service I have been responsible for the organisations services and support to Evelina Children's Hospital since 2010. To date we have conducted several fund raising events including our Christmas Santa's Grotto giving presents and good will to all the children, families and staff throughout the Hospital.

It is now my intention to raise £15,000 including our corporate pledge of £10,000 to continue our commitment to this outstanding hospital. After discussions with the Hospital Trust members it has been agreed that all funds raised will be ringfenced for the benefit of the Evelina Children's Hospital.

This money will then be used specifically to enhance the care and well being of the children now and in the future.

Its my great privilege to be able to take up this challenge for such a good cause. The challenge is one cycle ride of 966km to be completed in 5 days.

Thank you in advance for your donation and in helping me achieve this fantastic goal.

Stewart Lawson