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Hadrian's Wall Walk - 84 miles - Target 4 days !

5th October 2008 (Start Date)

After walking a short section of the wall only 2 weeks ago (Aug 08) whilst working in Northumberland. I decided I would love to come back and walk the whole length of Hadrian's Wall, from Carlisle to Newcastle a total distance of 84 mile.

This would be a great achivement for myself doing this event whist being able to raise money for a very worthy charity.

After raising £1433 for Leukaemia Research ( http://www.justtobefrank.co.uk/news.html ) last December at one of my Sinatra Shows, I haven't being involved in any physical charity events for almost 11 years, this gives me a good goal.

I know this is short notice for fundraising, but the way the weather has been, i'd rather walk 84 miles than swim it !!!

It dosen't matter how big or small your donation is, every penny counts.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Leukaemia Research 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 !!!

Many thanks,
Phil 

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EVENING POST - Press Release

Frank Sinatra tribute singer does it his way for charity trek


Published Date:
22 September 2008

FRANK Sinatra tribute act Phil Fryer is used to big crowds – but for four days he will enjoy his own company.

He plans to walk the whole of Hadrian's Wall, 84 miles from Carlisle to Newcastle, to raise money for leukaemia research.

He is squeezing his hike between gigs which he does two or three times a week both in the UK and overseas.

Indeed, the Morley crooner will be singing at Bibi's restaurant, Leeds, on October 1 – just four days before he starts his walk.

He lost a family member to leukaemia and so he decided to devote his charitable work to research into the disease. Last December he gave a concert in Morley which raised £1,450.

Phil, now 48, used to be a marathon runner and triathlete before his singing career took off. Now he goes out walking at weekends with family and friends.

"We often do 15 miles in the Pennines," said Phil. "but this is my longest walk yet and a big challenge. I hope to average 21 miles a day.

"I am walking by myself with all the kit and plan to spend nights in farmhouses which are about a mile or so from the wall.

"I was working at a De Vere hotel when I visited Hadrian's Wall and was fascinated by it. It was the most northerly part of the Roman Empire.

"It is quite a tough terrain. The Romans built it on lumpy bits and boggy ground and I believe 10 miles of it is currently flooded. I am taking waterproofs and all my food and water – I can't rely on a shop appearing along the wall!"

Within a few days Phil has attracted £350 sponsorship and is hoping to reach £1,000. Would-be sponsors should visit www.justgiving.com/philfryer.

Phil is in demand around the country and recently performed at a wedding at Blenheim Palace. Then he was on a bill at the Dorchester Hotel hosted by Natasha Kaplinsky and he sang for the Universal Postal Congress in Geneva.

In the last week he has sang with his band in london and met Chris Tarrantt, also did a performance at the ASDA oscars at the Royal armouries and met Terry Wogan and Gabby Roslyn.

I had a very good 4 days walking, the weather was very kind to me, and i thank you all for your generousity towards my goal and for such a worth Charty.

Cheers.  Phil


Better late than never. Well done Phil Donation by Val Sherrington 13/10/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Frankly you must be mad appart from the fund raising. Donation by Mark Fryer 06/10/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Enjoy! Donation by Ian and Anne Dobson 04/10/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

ALL THE VERY BEST PALLY Donation by ALAN BECK DINO 04/10/08  

£25.00

goog luck phil. Donation by jackie hobbs 03/10/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Best of luck Phil. Hope it doesn't rain and keep singing. Donation by Sue and Lee 03/10/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

In memory of my dear friend Christine Woolmer who passed away on 6 May 2008. Enjoy your adventure Phil sounds good fun and beats the fun runs of old. Donation by Barbara Marsden 02/10/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

I think you should probably avoid wearing the black patent shoes and white tux for the week. Good Luck! Donation by Sarah Vose 02/10/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Come rain or come shine we hope you will succeed! Make sure you finish before the old devil moon comes out. Good luck Phil and keep in touch. Donation by Ian & Di Jeffery 29/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

those boots r made for walking!! good luck Donation by mick & barbara 29/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

great challenge sing all the way Donation by ray gibbs 29/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck Phil. Are you singing "Sinatra" all the way as well! Donation by Christine Squires 25/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

All The Very Best Phil, Rather You Than Me!! Lydia Donation by Lydia Wolfson 23/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done Phil..no doubt you will succeed....wish I could do it with you....but my cars in for service..!! Donation by Rob Dee 22/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

go for it! Donation by rebecca mccarthy 21/09/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

go phil go you can do it!!! best of luck xx Donation by tracey and kiel 19/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

good luck phil! great cause!sing your way there!!!lol Donation by suzie as marilyn 17/09/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good luck Phil. Thanks for helping us out in April at our charity ball. Hope you have as much success as we did. Donation by Claire Rowley 16/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck!! I was there at the weekend - not too boggy at the moment! Donation by Lisa Sensier 16/09/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Hi Phil, Good luck with the walk. Sponsering you is the least I can do after the support you have given me in the past! Good luck.x Donation by Michelle Pattinson 16/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck - hope it stays dry for you. Donation by Amanda Graham 16/09/08  

£50.00

We all wish you best of luck, good weather, safe walk, and hope you raise lots of money, lots of love Linda and girls Donation by Linda M Abrahams 15/09/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck Phil, keep in touch. regards and continued sucess, Nev and Pat Donation by Nev + Pat Hanley (Formerly Langham) 15/09/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good Luck and may you sing All the way Donation by Roy Gibbons 15/09/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Thank you for your support and good luck Donation by Kate White 12/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck Donation by Kings Croft Hotel 12/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Thanks for this Phil its much appreciated Donation by SUE GEARY 10/09/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good on you Phil, good luck..! Donation by Leigh Wilson (a friend of Sue Gearys) 10/09/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
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