Penty Parc Charity Challenge - 24 June to July 3rd 2011
Final Update
“Tide and Time wait for no Man”….. Not even winners!
At 18.20 on Sunday 3rd July, Mike Whittingham and his team officially completed the Pembrokeshire Coastal Path Challenge having kayaked and hiked in access of 186 miles. Despite challenging winds and weather conditions in the early stages the sun soon arrived and the team knuckled down to the task in hand.
As a result of all the hard work – the challenge was hugely successful and we believe has surpassed the fundraising target in aid of Cancer Research (monies are still coming in).
Well done to everyone who took part and completed some quite taxing stages - a great achievement.
My personal thanks to Christine, Wendy, Sally, Sheila, Rick, Marguerite and David as well as Jon Ridgeon who kept me “pure”. A special thank you to Nigel and Martin of Sea Kayak Guides for all their wise advice and expert guidance throughout the adventure and planning. “Un grand Merci” - also to the brilliant support team, to all the kayakers Sally, David, Jon, Marguerite and Steve, not forgetting Mark and Rose from San Fran who joined us for a day.
Finally many thanks for all the encouragement and support from friends, family and supporters en route.
“From the west down to the East…. any day now I shall be released”… recover well!
Thank you
Mick
Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.
Mike Whittingham (along with others) will be embarking on the unique charity challenge in June/July 2011. The challenge will be to walk and kayak the coastal path within a 10 day period. Starting at St Dogmaels and finishing at Amroth – the challenge will raise funds for Cancer Research UK. The route will be adapted to ensure the challenge captures the best scenery from both a kayaking and walking perspective.
The Pembrokeshire National coastal path stretches from St Dogmaels in the north to Amroth in the south. The 186 mile coastal path follows one of Europe`s most beautiful coastlines and cuts through outstanding scenery, hugging sea shores, passing coves, sandy beaches and climbing over impressive cliffs.
Why Cancer Research Trust?
Many of us have been very close to this terrible disease nursing relatives and friends in their battle with this illness and sadly over the years we have lost close friends and relatives. All challenges require a personal motivation so that when it gets tough we can call upon that extra personal memory to inspire us to finish. The pain and discomfort we may go through will provide a succinct reminder of why we are embarking on this challenge. Even if you cannot join us, please give generously to this important cause.
So please dig deep and donate now.
