Raised: 90%
Target: £2,000.00
Raised so far: £1,790.06
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My story

 

Thanks for visiting my fundraising page.

Some of you may know that my grandfather has been diagnosed with Lung Cancer which is a direct consequence of exposure to asbestos during his time working in confined engine rooms at sea.

He has recently deteriorated and is now staying at the Pilgrims Hospice in Ashford.

They are excellent in every way.  The staff are wonderful and the Hospice itself is state of the art. 

Sadly these facilities don't pay for themselves so I thought I would do my bit and see if I could help.

To this effect I am embarking on an unsupported Land’s End to John O’Groats Cycle.  It is 1000 miles and I will be attempting to complete it in 10 days or under.  The start date is set for the 22nd May and it is also, coincidentally the year anniversary of my ACL knee operation.

Training is going well although I have had a slight set back recently when I sheared the Crank arm bolt on my very expensive bike.  Road side repair wasn't possible and on investigation the whole crankset was misaligned and broken. At £450 for the replacement parts I am really glad its a warranty job and they are being flown in from America!  In the meantime my friendly local bike shop have lent me a bike to keep me on the road.

So please sponsor me for whatever you can, it all helps and I can guarantee I will feel every single one of the 1000 miles!

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Pilgrims Hospices In East Kent 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!

ps Paul makes a good comment below if only I could cycle on Motorways, therefore with the detours to the pubs it will be nearer 1100 miles!

You're my hero! Well done buddy Donation by Suranga and Karen 16/06/09  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

Well done! Donation by Mob 06/06/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Well done Donation by Susie 03/06/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well Done Donation by Sue Hope 03/06/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

I was so moved by hearing from Lev of your amazing endeavour I had to sponsor you. Well done. Donation by Tessa 29/05/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Wanted to make sure I outdid my brother. Hope it's going well! Donation by Big D 27/05/09  

£20.05 + £5.66 Gift Aid

Best of luck..... Donation by Nick & Katy 26/05/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Good luck but make sure your violin-playing is not damaged in any way! Donation by Marion Fleming 26/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck!! I know you will do it :) Donation by Fran and Matt 21/05/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

I'm not sure a sponsorship request form is the same as a holiday request form, but good luck and come back in one piece! Donation by Neil 20/05/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Good luck hope it goes well I will be interste to see how you get on for my turn in 2 months any tips will be welcome. Donation by Alex 20/05/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good Luck Donation by Aaron 20/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good Luck Robbie xxx Donation by Rosina 20/05/09  

£5.00

good luck! hope you have sunshine Donation by pamela and john 18/05/09  

£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid

Make it Allegro ma non troppo! Donation by Roger 18/05/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Good luck! Hope to see some photos on facebook! Try not to injure yourself! Donation by Alicia 18/05/09  

£5.00

No Problem my Robert, just an opportunity Donation by G&G S 17/05/09  

£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid

Want to see evidence that you did it, of course - and I don't just mean visiting lots of pubs! Donation by James T 16/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Hope you remember all these donations come review time! Donation by Robbie Williams 13/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Best of luck. Take my advice and take the train home Donation by Chris Surridge 08/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

'Break a leg' mate (not literally), all the best. Donation by Nick (Parmenters) 07/05/09  

£120.00

Sounds great fun, except the Mob bit of course. Donation by Iain, Charlotte and Holly 06/05/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Donation by Di Gibbons 06/05/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

great thing to do - have you got customised panniers for your violin? Donation by susan 04/05/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

good luck Rob! Donation by sam, jane and eric green 03/05/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

on condition that you don't miss any rehearsals! Donation by John C 30/04/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

wish I could come too! Donation by sheila hayman 30/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck - and mind the pot holes! Donation by John 29/04/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Best of luck! Donation by Michael Richardson 29/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Ellie Oades 28/04/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
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