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Ride for Ross

Thank you for visiting our Ride for Ross on line donations page.

With the generosity, support and contributions of many, many friends and the family of Barbara and Peter Rossitter we are delighted to have raised over £1,500 funds for Pancreatic Cancer UK (PCUK). 

This would not have been possible without the thoughtfulness and help of all those who have contributed in some way, or made donations to commemorate the loss of a very popular friend, also known as Ross, who sadly passed away in November 2007 after contracting the disease.

In September 2004, Peter, together with a number of work colleagues from the Welsh Assembly Government and friends all took part in a sponsored cycle ride, from Brecon to Bedwas.  The photo shows Ross looking very relaxed at the start of the ride.  So, we decided to repeat the ride and are grateful to you for supporting us with your donation and messages of support.  

On Sunday 22nd June, the last day of National Bike Week, we achieved our goal which was to ride from Brecon along the Taff Cycle Trail to Cardiff, a journey of just over 52 miles, with only 1 tyre puncture, a few dozen tired legs but plenty of smiles and pleasant memories.

Our team of riders set off from the start of the Taff Cycle Trail, located at the Brecon Theatre. Dressed in our purple PCUK tee shirts we were enthusiastically cheered on by family and friends. The ride along the `Taff Cycle Trail` took us alongside the Monmouthshire and Brecon Canal, before climbing through woodlands offering scenic views overlooking Tal y Bont reservoir. We then battled against strong winds on the Brecon mountainside before dropping down to Merthyr to reach Cyfartha Castle, where we stopped briefly to refuel. The ride continued along the winding and sometimes hazardous paths to Pontypridd Park, Castell Coch and our final destination, the Mochyn Du pub, Cardiff.

Everyone that started, completed the ride.  Although we felt tired we were all very pleased to have successfully completed the ride. It was especially nice to receive a lovely, warm welcome at the end of the ride from Barbara, Ross` mum and dad as well as friends and family members who had patiently waited for us to return safely.

All of the money raised will be donated to PCUK to raise awareness of this disease. It will also help to fund research to help to diagnose and treat people suffering from pancreatic cancer.


All contributions are gratefully received.

 

best wishes and thank you,

 On behalf of Barbara, friends and family of Ross.


Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to donate: Pancreatic Cancer UK will receive your money electronically and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in Gift Aid will be added to your donation at no cost to you.

Please donate generously.

Many thanks for your support.

In memory of a very special person, a great friend. I miss you very much. Donation by Cate 24/09/08  

£50.00

In memory of Ross, well done to all who took part. Donation by Friends of Sharon 28/08/08  

£22.00

A wonderful cause in memory of a wonderful man Donation by Nicholas Bond 28/08/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

One of life's gentlemen. Will always be missed. Donation by Annette and Tony 28/08/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Thanks to all who suppoorted me on the bike ride. Agreat cuase for someone dearly loved and missed Donation by Matt the biker 25/08/08  

£200.00

The wine doesn't taste quite the same but the wonderful memories remain. Miss you lots Donation by Anne & Trev 25/08/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

In memory of Peter sorely missed by family and friends Donation by david thomas 09/08/08  

£146.00 + £41.18 Gift Aid

In memory of Ross, my cousin and butty. Can we do the downhill route next year! Donation by Alun Nick 08/08/08  

£190.00 + £53.59 Gift Aid

Missed Pete on the ride but sure he was with us all the way to Cardiff Donation by Gary Jones 16/07/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Not just a brother-in-law a great mate, only fault being a Villa fan, will always remember you. Donation by Em 16/07/08  

£140.00

Donation by Chris 02/07/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

For a true friend & loads of happy memories Donation by nasty nicho 01/07/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Donation by Marian Jebb 26/06/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Did the first ride with Pete - Great memories, Great guy Donation by Brian Foster 26/06/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

well done Donation by Rhymney f.c 24/06/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good effort for a great cause - well done! Donation by Phil 23/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

forever vibrant in our hearts.... Donation by Sher 23/06/08  

£100.00

A Miner for a Heart of Gold Donation by Trish 21/06/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

we're all missing u rossie Donation by Eddie+ Bub 21/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Up the Villa, sorry i can't make it to the bike ride Donation by Rob 21/06/08  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

In memory of how he made me laugh Donation by duff 21/06/08  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

In memory of a very special man who has left us with loads of wonderful memories. Donation by Sharon 21/06/08  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

in memory of Ross Donation by Dawn n Gary 21/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

friends of ken aint doing no bke ride! Donation by billy &nicola 20/06/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

In memory of a great man Donation by Siobhan & Matthew 20/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

friends of kenny,s if its an annual event we will do it next year Donation by tommy and richie 20/06/08  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

In memory of my best mate Donation by Harry Grittleshaw 19/06/08  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Donation by Michael Slocombe 18/06/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

for Ross & all the best to the cyclists, it's all down-hill from Brecon isn't it ?! Donation by delyth jones 18/06/08  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

friend of kennys Donation by ginner 17/06/08  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
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  Gift Aid plus supplement: £438.87

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