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My story

 

On 21st October 2007, Adrian Clark, Tim Ives, Jim Huggins and Paul Wilkin took part in "Walk Around the World", as part of International Brain Tumour Awareness Week; a global event, organised by the International Brain Tumour Alliance. The target is for volunteers, from across the globe, to take part in sponsored walks totalling 24,901 miles, which is the circumference of the earth at the equator.

Our small contribution was to walk 42 miles, overnight, from Oxted to Farnham, along the North Downs Way. After some initial navigational difficulties (running across 6 lanes of the M23 included), footwear issues and a few bat and owl-related incidents.....we finally arrived at our destination after 16 hours. Special thanks must go to Chris Higgins and Howard Ives, who met us en route, and supplied copious quantities of tea, coffee, food and moral support!

Towards the end of our walk, we were joined by Emma Dunnett, who was diagnosed with a brain tumour in November 2006, and has undergone surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy treatment at theRoyalMarsdenHospital. A few of Emma's friends also joined us for the final 10 miles, making up a total contribution of 212 miles to this great cause.

Emma's Appeal was launched in March 2007, the first event involved Adrian and Jim "running" in the Reading Half Marathon. 

On 11th May, the inaugural running of the "Emma's Appeal Stakes" took place at Wimbledon Dog Track......! Emma was there to present the trophy to the winning owner.

"3 PEAKS, 5 FREAKS" - On 1st June 2007,  Adrian, Jim, Tim and Paul were joined by Chris Higgins and undertook the "3 peak challenge".

This gruelling (and, some would say, foolish) challenge involved reaching the summit of the highest mountains in England, Scotland and Wales, all in a 24 hour period - including travelling approx 500 miles between them....

 

We are delighted to report that Emma has now received the all-clear and completed her treatment a full year after her initial diagnosis.

Emma has asked that any sponsorship raised be split between the SDBTT and the Royal Marsden Cancer Campaign.

So, for Emma and the many thousands like her, who rely so heavily on the wonderful work undertaken by organisations such as these, please give as generously as you can.

THANK YOU!!!!!!

Every little bit helps Donation by Andy Love 27/01/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Best wishes to you Emma Donation by Michael Weatherseed 11/12/08  

£50.00

Saw the link at the bottom of Esra's email. Just wanted to support you in your efforts. Good luck. Donation by Emma Scheck 07/10/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Better late than never! You're so close. Well done. Donation by Lucy Amans 07/02/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Happy Xmas Emma (It's the 42 mile money at last!) Donation by Tim Ives 18/12/07  

£120.00

Good work fellas - thanks for sorting the forks out Jim Donation by Nick Forman 14/11/07  

£100.00

Sending Emma our very best wishes - Neil Donation by Neil Kelly 13/11/07  

£20.00

Donation by paul culver - delivered on time 02/11/07  

£50.00

Donation by Steve Law 29/10/07  

£25.00

Cheers Craig!! Donation by Jim Huggins 26/10/07  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Thanks Mick H! Donation by Jim Huggins 26/10/07  

£2.00 + £0.56 Gift Aid

Thanks again, Bob!! Donation by Jim Huggins 26/10/07  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Many thanks for your good efforts; keep it going! Donation by Lou Kerpan 26/10/07  

£25.00

Many thanks to Ann & Kevin!!! Donation by Jim Huggins 25/10/07  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Donation by Neil Wakeford 24/10/07  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Fantastic job, huge achievement. Thanks! Chris and Helen, Donation by Chris Dunnett 23/10/07  

£212.00 + £59.79 Gift Aid

"I'd walk 42 miles, for one of your smiles..." Donation by Jim Huggins 23/10/07  

£212.00 + £59.79 Gift Aid

keep strolling Donation by john 23/10/07  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck and well done so far Donation by Clare Gammon 19/10/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

I'm just sorry that I can't join you...being an athlete myself... Donation by Mike Edwards 08/10/07  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Amazing achievement - well done. Donation by Jo Fenton 29/06/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Very well done! You are as mad as a box of frogs. Donation by Paul 20/06/07  

£30.00

Cheers Bob!!! Donation by Jim Huggins 19/06/07  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Thanks Bimal, great job!!!!! Donation by Jim Huggins 19/06/07  

£110.00

Donation by shane 11/06/07  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Neil & Esra Frankcom 08/06/07  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

So Adrian CLARK from KENT IS SUPERMAN? Donation by Neil Wakeford 06/06/07  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Thanks to Greg from Oz. Donation by Chris Dunnett 04/06/07  

£20.00

Thanks to Hilary for the proceeds of car boot sale (in the rain!!) Donation by Chris Dunnett 04/06/07  

£25.00

Good luck & don't forget you ski's! Donation by Rob Colepio 31/05/07  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
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