Some of you will know this and others won’t but on the 23rd May 2017 I suffered a ischemic stroke at the age of 27. 

All that know me well will know that I'm a fighter with dogged determination and with the incredible support of my husband and family, my recovery has been absolutely amazing and greater than I thought possible post stroke. I still suffer from fatigue but I'm learning my limits and doing it all with a big smile on my face!

One thing I've learnt is that we're not invincible and your life can be changed at any moment and I honestly wake up every day feeling thankful that I'm alive - so it really is time to enjoy the ride (100)!! 

I will be riding the 100 miles with my fantastic Dad (Robin Dews) and amazing sister (Anna Dews) for the Stroke Association and to raise awareness of strokes in young people.