My story

I am sure I quick update is in order!

7200km done to date, meaning that if I was a crow, I'd be home right now; actually I'd be beyond home, somewhere in the Midlands surrounded by turf and wondering where the hell I went wrong. Instead, I am in Istanbul with only around 4000km of Europe standing between me and Dublin's fair city.

The cold weather of Iran was where me and Will took our separate routes home; him on a plane, me on two wheels. It was sad to see him go, I would not have embarked on this trip if it were not for his suggestion, but the adventures have continued unabated.

Thank-you to everyone who has sponsored me thus far, my initial target has been more than blown out of the water. But the journey continues, and the more money that is raised, the more people in developing nations will benefit. So please, if you have some euros, pounds, lira, dinars, shequels, rials or rupees to spare, make a donation and make a difference.

Thank-you

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It all started with a simple question: "Fancy cycling from Bangkok to Dublin?".

No effing way! But situations change, and challenges are there to be met, so here I am joining my friend on the "shortened" leg from Delhi to Dublin (Will's doing the whole thing!!). Gone are the (easy) Himalaya and the paddy fields of Southeast Asia, but ahead are the politically interesting regions of Pakistan, Iran and Turkey, followed by the short swift jaunt across the continent of Europe!

Total distance: 4400miles as the crow flies.

Expected distance: about twice this??

We're looking to raise £2200 (50p for every mile) in aid of  WaterAid (http://www.wateraid.org/uk) who help alleviate poverty by providing access to safe drinking water and sanitation both in India and Pakistan, as well as other developing nations worst affected by climate change.

All contributions are gratefully accepted, however there could be an extra incentive to dig deep. For contributions of £30 or more (€45 back home!) you shall be able to nominate a country along the route from which to receive a hand-written, sweat-covered, personal postcard. Who could ask for more?! We know it's a lot of dosh but it can significantly and directly improve the lives of 2 people living in the developing world (and it's one hell of distance). Addresses can be sent to kieran.craven@gmail.com

Countries include (so far - but will be subject to change due to the actions of certain countries against other countires &/or time constraints and fatigue):

India, Pakistan, Iran, Turkey, Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, Italy, Switzerland, France, UK, Ireland.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor us: WaterAid will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you (apologies to Irish tax payers).

So please sponsor us now!

Many thanks for your support. Progress can be followed at:

http://delhi2dublin.blogspot.com

OR

http://willswayback.blogspot.com

Cheers,

Kieran and Will

p.s. We are funding the cost of the expedition ourselves. All donations go in aid of WaterAid. Additionally, should you wish to donate money to another charity instead, then please do so, the important thing is that a valid cause benefits from your donation.

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WaterAid

WaterAid

Charity Registration No. 288701 (England and Wales) and SC039479 (Scotland)

WaterAid is an international charity. Our mission is to transform lives by improving access to safe water, hygiene and sanitation in the world's poorest communities. For more information please visit http://www.wateraid.org/uk - Thanks so much for your support!

Donations 136

Congratulations on finishing

Donation by The Currens on 29/09/08

£40.00

Well done

Donation by Kevin and Loo on 23/09/08

£31.80

Well done - its been a great adventure to follow and a really good read

Donation by Mike Walton (Olly's Dad) on 03/09/08

£50.00

+ £14.10 Gift Aid

Get a grip on yourself. Give yourself some credit

Donation by Evan and Linda Roe on 03/09/08

£85.00

Well done

Donation by Mystery Envelope on 26/08/08

£15.90

Congratulations Kieran a terrific journey and a brilliant read.

Donation by Eva Callaghan on 26/08/08

£50.00

love you man!

Donation by Adam & Winston & Larry & Eleri on 20/08/08

£100.00

+ £28.21 Gift Aid

Well done Kieran, amazing achievement

Donation by Ewan Edwards on 18/08/08

£15.00

+ £4.23 Gift Aid

Brilliant! Here's a finishing post bonus of 2p per crow mile. I wonder what Sicandar would fetch on E-bay, or can't you bear to part with him?

Donation by Liam and Clare on 14/08/08

£88.00

Hallelujah! You're home ( a day early ) We're SO proud of you!

Donation by Mum and Dad on 14/08/08

£200.00

What an achievement! We'll never forget your epic journey. Well done.

Donation by Clare and Liam on 11/08/08

£58.00

So proud of you and also very chuffed to have cycled all of 4 kilometres with you both ! Really good

Donation by Nicky and Jacques on 10/08/08

£25.00

Journey of a lifetime

Donation by Frank Doyne on 09/08/08

£16.00

A lifelong memory

Donation by John Hewitson on 09/08/08

£80.00

Good luck on the final stretch

Donation by Adam Malcom on 07/08/08

£30.00

A dream achieved. Well done!

Donation by Gail Varian on 07/08/08

£80.00

am seriously impressed. can't wait to hear all about it over a beer!!!

Donation by Cat on 04/08/08

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Just keep cycling... All the best from Dom and I x

Donation by Amy Sinclair on 03/08/08

£30.00

Oh my heavens! You guys are AMAZING!! Good luck with the last leg...I want to see all your photos!

Donation by Angela Gardner on 02/08/08

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

Way to go, mo chara...I'm well impressed.

Donation by George Mirashvili on 02/08/08

£18.88

Congratulations Kieran you've done it man!!! Well Done xxx

Donation by phil and Kat on 31/07/08

£20.00

you should have done it on your Hero bike

Donation by Alex on 31/07/08

£10.00

+ £2.82 Gift Aid

Nearly home mate!

Donation by Charlie Whittaker on 30/07/08

£30.00

Amazingly impressed by your epic biking adventure. Good effort!

Donation by Kate Limburn on 29/07/08

£20.00

+ £5.64 Gift Aid

YEAHHHHH

Donation by Mhairi on 29/07/08

£30.00

+ £8.46 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£5,076.59
  • Offline donations£0.00
  • Text donations£0.00
  • Total raised£5,076.59
  • Gift Aid£380.09

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