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Thank you so much for finding time to visit our fundraising page for Dr Kershaw's Hospice, Royton.

This year we will be raising money on behalf of our family and friends who have lost loved ones or have been affected by cancer, also to show appreciation for the wonderful care and support that the hospice provides.

On 30th August 2011, Dave cycled 1030 miles from Lands End to John O Groats, in 12 days. This is the furthest possible distance in the British Isles and he passed through some of the most stunning and remote countryside. The weather in the Scottish Highlands was awful with torrential rain and strong winds making this an even tougher challenge.  The trip was completely funded by ourselves,so every penny donated will go to Dr Kershaw's.    

Land’s End – Liskeard                      83 miles

Liskeard – Sampford Peverell        84 miles

Sampford Peverell – Tintern           98 miles

Tintern – Shrewsbury                       90 miles

Shrewsbury – Preston                      86 miles

Preston – Carlisle                              100 miles

Carlisle – Kilmarnock                        95 miles

Kilmarnock – Inverary                       90 miles

Inverary – Loch Lochy                       97 miles

Loch Lochy – Bonar Bridge             83 miles                               

Bonar Bridge – Bettyhill                    62 miles               

Bettyhill – John O’Groats                  62 miles   

            

If you wish to donate offline, or send a cheque or even just to contact us, please e mail us at:  lynnesouthworth@yahoo.co.uk we would love to hear from you!

 

Previous fundraising for Dr Kershaw’s 

Anybody who has done these in the past will tell you that they aren't as easy as they sound, but well worth the effort to raise lots of money for this wonderful cause!

  On Saturday 11 June 2011, Lynne and Sarah completed the Midnight Walk in 3 hours and 8 minutes with no blisters either!

Sunday 4th July 2010, Dave completed the 60 mile Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride in just under 3 and a half hours on a very windy/rainy day! 

Saturday 5th June 2010, Lynne and Sarah completed the 13.1 miles Midnight walk in 3 hours 32 minutes - so  half an hour quicker than last time!

Sunday 13th December 2009, Lynne and Sarah did the 5k Santa Run at Alexandra Park,Oldham dressed as Santa Claus. Even though it was the week before Christmas it was a lovely sunny day and great fun! 

Sunday 12th July 2009, Dave cycled a gruelling 60 miles on the Manchester to Blackpool Bike Ride.  

Saturday June 20th 2009 at midnight, Lynne and her niece Sarah walked for 13.1 miles to raise money for this very worthwhile cause.  We arrived at the finish line at 4.03 am.  

  

We would like to say a 'massive' thank you to everyone who has donated and thank you so much for your generosity and your good wishes.

 

 

If you are able to spare just a pound then please, please donate to this wonderful hospice, because no matter how small the amount, it will be massively appreciated and every single penny counts.

  

With current running costs of the hospice standing at £1.75m per year (that's around £4700 per day) - the hospice are extremely grateful of every contribution made.

 

Thank you so much, you are all wonderful! 

Lynne, Dave and Sarah xx 

 

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us: Dr Kershaw's Hospice 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. 

 

 

My charity

Dr Kershaw's Hospice

Dr Kershaw's Hospice

Charity Registration No. 1105924

Dr Kershaw's Hospice provides specialist palliative care for adults with life-threatening illnesses in a peaceful and homely environment with accommodation for 12 inpatients and 15 day places. Dr Kershaw's serves a population of 230,000 people from Oldham and its surrounding districts.

Donations 64

Donation by Anonymous on 01/10/11

Hi Dave and Lynn, we are all so proud of what you have acheived. well done.

Donation by kevin whitworth on 01/10/11

So proud will spread the word to help you reach target X X

Donation by louise egerton on 27/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Congratulations....

Donation by A Taylor on 13/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Well done to all of you - a fantastic achievement!

Donation by Mike Henden on 12/09/11

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Congratulations. My Grandad was in Dr Kershaws, the staff there do such a good job it deserves every penny of these donations.

Donation by Lucy on 12/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

well done to you all from od's

Donation by john odonoghue on 11/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Donation by Anonymous on 10/09/11

£4.00

+ £1.00 Gift Aid

well done dave and lynne very proud of you both xxxx

Donation by cath harrison on 09/09/11

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Congratulations Dave an amazing achievement.

Donation by John & Tricia Whitton on 09/09/11

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Well done Dave, hope you arrive safe and sound, after what must have been a gruelling ride.

Donation by mary rigney on 09/09/11

Keep going Dave..and well done,its amazing how far you have cycled and for such a good cause

Donation by Fiona Longden on 08/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Great to see you at Tintern - I expect you needed super low gear up 'Shap'! Good luck with the rest of the trip.

Donation by Philip Read on 07/09/11

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

I don't know where you find the energy for such a mammoth task. Maybe you will be lucky in Scotland and the wind will be behind you. Peter

Donation by Peter Gorniak on 07/09/11

Donation by julie docharty on 07/09/11

£10.00

Hope the weather is kind to you on the last few legs. Best wishes.

Donation by David Randall on 06/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Good Luck and all the best to Dave Lynne & Sarah. Such a good cause Love Janet Andy Tim Steph & Mark

Donation by Janet Wood on 05/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Good luck Dave, Mr Howarth told me about what you were doing. Very commendable! All the best.

Donation by Mark Prestwich on 04/09/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Good Luck and Best Wishes to Dave,Lynne and Sarah. A worthy cause. Bless you in your efforts xxx

Donation by Jim and Sylvia Green on 04/09/11

£20.00

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Lynne, hope Dave manages ok best wishes doreen

Donation by Doreen Kerr on 04/09/11

£20.00

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Good Luck Dave. Anyone who can cycle over Shap Fell deserves a medal. Keep pedaling!! Del, Lois, Jen & Ben. (The Hagues).

Donation by Delwyn Hague on 04/09/11

£5.00

+ £1.25 Gift Aid

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Donation by Anonymous on 03/09/11

£5.00

+ £1.25 Gift Aid

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Well done Dave&Lynne. We will be thinking about you! Good luck you're two of the best!! Roy& Barbara (Wilson)

Donation by Babs Roy Woodward on 31/08/11

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

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good luck and remember it's all for a good cause

Donation by Jean Hughes on 29/08/11

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

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Donation by Susan Mifsud on 28/08/11

£1.00

+ £0.25 Gift Aid

Donation summary

  • * Online donations£1,110.00
  • Offline donations£7,996.00
  • Text donations£14.00
  • Total raised£9,120.00
  • Gift Aid£227.19

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