Thank you for visiting my fundraising page.
My inspiration for my journey was the loss of my friend and neighbour Sally, whose life was tragically cut short by ovarian cancer. Sally was only a few years older than me, and I thought that if I was going to take on this challenge, I needed to get on with it. I have always had a list of things to do and this was one of my most demanding challenges.
On Sunday 7th June I completed my ride from John O'Groats to Lands End. A total distance of 1041 miles taking 88 hours of pedaling. I was greeted at the end by Micheal, Peter and Christie (and not forgetting Rocco!) which was a wonderful end to an epic journey. The support and words of encouragement from all of you have kept me going and will remain with me always. We raised a glass to Sally in Lands End as promised. She will live on in my memory just as the experience of the past 2 weeks will remain with me forever.
Thank you one and all for helping me make this such a positive experience from such a sad loss.
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Thank you for your support.
Raised:
136%
Target: £4,000.00
Raised so far: £5,454.90
Raised so far: £5,454.90
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Wonderful achievement Ruth, so impressed with the amount raised. Well done. Donation by Alan Royle on 30/07/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Well done Ruth, absolutely fantastic effort, truly inspiring. Donation by Stuart Jones on 22/07/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid |
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Well done Ruth! What a fantastic challenge and a wonderful achievement! Donation by Helen Markey (Spilsbury) on 19/07/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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With all our love and admiration! Donation by Mark Debbie Dan and Abi on 17/07/09 |
£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid |
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Well done Ruth Donation by Chris Mullender on 09/07/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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Congratulations Ruth, in memory of Carol. Donation by June mullender on 04/07/09 |
£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid |
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Many Congratulations. I hope you are feeling proud - you are entitled to. Where and when is the next one? Donation by Janet Aspden on 04/07/09 |
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Whoops. Already July, better late than never. Still in admiration at your determination. Great going bud! Donation by cycling buddy x on 01/07/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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Congratulations on a great achievement! Donation by Craig Smith on 30/06/09 |
£25.00 |
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Carl told me and Craig Smith about this in Barcelona and we were VERY impressed. Excellent work! Donation by Mike Armstrong on 30/06/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid |
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Fantastic achievement - for a very deserving cause. Well done Ruth!! Donation by Jo Boughton on 24/06/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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Well done old bean! You're a great example to us all. God bless you for compassionate heart. Love, A&C xxx Donation by Andrea Thomas on 23/06/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
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Amazing! Donation by Andy D W on 23/06/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid |
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You're amazing to achieve this! We are so full of admiration! Hope you raise your target for such a worthy cause and in Sally's memory.xxx Donation by nicky & mark terry on 19/06/09 |
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A fantastic achievement for a very worthy cause! Donation by Philip Margaret & Nicholas Duly on 17/06/09 |
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Well, I've donated my blood & my cash today - I'm feeling very worthy! Just a little more towards your target - well done for a fantastic achievement! Donation by Hannah Bramich on 16/06/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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Well done Ruth, what a fantastic achievement! Donation by Nicki Fellows on 14/06/09 |
£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid | |
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We are truly in awe of you. Can you now confirm that the British Isles slope downhill from John O'Groats to Lands End? Donation by Davies Family @ 20 PVC on 12/06/09 |
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fabulous achievement Ruth, inspiring and daily entertainment. Regards to Carl and bet your boys admire mum! Donation by Chris Simpson on 11/06/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid | |
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In memory Donation by Andrew Pianca on 10/06/09 |
£100.00 + £28.21 Gift Aid | |
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Good on you Ruth--what a star! Donation by Hilary and Mo on 09/06/09 |
£30.00 | |
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Well done Ruth - a massive achievement! Donation by Hugh on 08/06/09 |
£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid | |
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well done! Donation by Peter Grover on 08/06/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid | |
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Amazing well done Ruth Donation by Kev and Sue Green on 07/06/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid | |
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Congratulations Ruth you've made it! Donation by Heidi, Andy, Harriet and Ed on 07/06/09 |
£40.00 + £11.28 Gift Aid | |
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We wish you a stiff breeze from wherever your taillight points Donation by Wolf and Winnie on 06/06/09 |
£33.00 | |
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Your my hero Ruth or heroine if you prefer Donation by Ann on 06/06/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid | |
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Keep going Ruth you are nearly there. We look forward to seeing you soon and hearing all about it. Donation by Sarah Bicknell on 05/06/09 |
£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid | |
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I hope you have a comfy seat! All the very best for the last bit Donation by Andy & Nicky on 05/06/09 |
£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid | |
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Very best of luck with the rest of the challenge and well done! Donation by Belinda & Nick, Genevieve & the boys on 05/06/09 |
£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid |
| * Total raised online: | £4,190.00 |
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| Offline donations: | £1,264.90 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £991.97 |
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