In June 2009 my trusty hound, Patch, and I are backpacking from John O'Groats to Lands End.
We will walk over 1200 miles in around 3 months without support - I will be carrying my own tent and supplies and will be unaccompanied.
I am very aware that this will be no walk in the park... with no-where secure to leave Patch even basic activities like showering and food shopping will not be easy - comfortable B&B's / Hotels and pub grub will be out of the question! And we all know I'm going to get lost!!
It's a long walk for me - but it's an even longer walk for my Jack Russell "Patch"! Between now and June we will be in training to build up our strength and fitness - and to condition Patch's feet so they don't get sore. Before we leave Patch will have a health check at the vets - her well being will be my priority throughout.
I appreciate all the support you can give for this challenge. Dog's Trust need the funds and I need the support!
Please note that all funds go directly to Dog's Trust - I am funding the cost of equipment / campsites etc.
Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Dogs Trust gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.
So please sponsor me now!
Raised:
126%
Raised so far: £1,891.50
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Donation by kerry baker on 11/10/09 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
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Good going. Donation by Rob on 24/08/09 |
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Very well done on your achievement! Donation by Mick & Gayle on 22/08/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Well done Sophie and Patch with best wishes from Dave & Shalini @ SDSA Motorcycle Couriers Donation by Dave Austin on 22/08/09 |
£57.00 |
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Well done Sophie And Patch. Patch you are one well walked doggie. Best wishes John, Teresa & 2 spoilt border collies Moss & Todd XXXX Donation by TERESA HORNER on 20/08/09 |
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I read your blog on line and live in the USA, but was brought up in Herefordshire. I am a dog lover and impressed by your walk. Donation by Marlane Brenner on 01/08/09 |
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Who says you can't go on an adventure in the UK! good luck & good weather to you both. Donation by Smiler on 21/07/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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Really enjoying following your progress - have a plan to do LEJOG one day with my cocker spaniel - so great reading how you and patch are faring Donation by Mike Cartmel on 20/07/09 |
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Thank for entertaining my folks in their van, good luck for the rest of your trip....hope Patch's paws are ok. Lorna, CJ and Poppy dog x Donation by caroline jamieson on 13/07/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Keep plugging on - and watch where you sit! :o) Donation by Andrew Lomax on 10/07/09 |
£10.00 |
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A wonderful journey. Donation by Karen on 03/07/09 |
£2.00 + £0.56 Gift Aid |
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Good luck Sophie & Patch - we were lucky enough to see you guys on the WHW on Saturday. We look forward to following your progress! Donation by David and Evie on 29/06/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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Another £10 from our garden opening Donation by Turbo (twitter @TurboHeeler) on 18/06/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Fantastic! good luck to you both. Donation by Anita on 17/06/09 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
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Good luck! Donation by The Woo on 16/06/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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For a virtual tour of Turbo's garden go to www.collarways.blogspot.com and perhaps then donate £5? Donation by Turbo (twitter - @TurboHeeler) on 12/06/09 |
£65.00 + £18.33 Gift Aid |
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All the very best. Donation by Jayne, Rhys, Cerys & Biscuit1 on 11/06/09 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
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Good Luck! Donation by Caron Pearson on 01/06/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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All the best from us & the wonderful people at Zolanta.com Donation by Shalini, Dave, Bullet & Millie on 01/06/09 |
£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid |
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Good luck Donation by Andy M & Lyra the DT dog on 12/05/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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Well Done. Hope you enjoy it. Donation by Steve Wallbank - DB Schenker on 29/04/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Good Luck Donation by Ann Jenkins (DB Schenker) on 28/04/09 |
£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid |
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Marching on together, best of luck Donation by Graham and Zola the German shepherdand Oliver the on 25/04/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Sorry it isn't more.Good luck to both of you. Donation by hilsofhove on 24/04/09 |
£5.00 |
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Good luck to you both, Skitters (JRTX from Shoreham Dogs trust) wishes Patch all the best Donation by @janefoth on 23/04/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £719.50 |
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| Offline donations: | £1,172.00 |
| Mobile donations: | £0.00 |
| Total Raised: | £1,891.50 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £158.23 |
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