Charity Adventure is fundraising for Sustrans

Xscape Sea2Sea08

Sea2Sea08

on 26/09/2008

Raising Money, Changing Lives

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Team members:

26-strong team! See photos....

Raising money for

Sustrans

Charity Registration No. 326550

Sustrans works on practical projects to encourage people to walk, cycle and use public transport in order to reduce motor traffic and its adverse effects. Sustrans' flagship project is the National Cycle Network, creating over 12,000 miles of routes throughout the UK. Sustrans' work relies on the generous donations and regular gifts of 40,000 Supporters, and the support of charitable trusts, companies, the National Lottery and local authority programmes.

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Raised: 76%

Target: £4,000.00
Raised so far: £3,022.47

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The CharityAdventure Xscape Sea2Sea08
                    raising money for Sustrans

                      135 Miles in 3 days over some
                                     very rough terrain!!

We're raising money for Sustrans. Sustrans work on practical projects to encourage people to walk, cycle and use public transport, such as the National Cycle Network.

"The National Cycle Network is a great success story. Nearly half of you live within a mile of it. The Network carries over 230 million journeys each year, taking kids to school, workers to work dogs on walks, shoppers to shops - it even helps the Royal Mail deliver your post."

"Over 33% of kids would like to cycle to school, yet only 2% do. We're working hard to change this. Sustrans is the charity behind Safe Routes to Schools and Bike It - schemes working with young people and schools to make cycling and walking to school both safe and fun. We're also building hundreds of Links to Schools from the National Cycle Network, giving kids traffic-free routes and parents peace of mind."

These are just some of the quotes from the sustrans website. Please visit them here to find out how much more they do!

Event Itinerary:

       * We set off on the evening of Thursday 9th October
        by Rock tour bus from Xscape Castleford to reach
        our start point at Whitehaven harbour.

       * Early on Friday 10th October we quickly assemble
        the bikes, dip the rear wheels in the Irish Sea and then off
        we go. We stop at the Penrith Truck Stop for the night
        where there's a bar, shop, hot showers and restaurant!
        Distance 50 miles.

       * Saturday morning we depart for Rookhope after a nice
        breakfast, with climbs up Hartside and some beautiful
        scenery to take in. This is the toughest of the 3 days!
        Distance 45 miles.

       * Sunday morning we set off on our final day for the North Sea
        at Sunderland. After a few undulating hills it becomes a
        downhill ride to the finish where we'll dip the front wheels
        into the sea as is tradition. We'll take the applause from the
        waiting masses (or the support vehicle driver and family!)
        and then marvel at our achievements over the past 72 hours!
        Distance 40 miles.

The route is mainly traffic free - we trundle through countryside, amazing views and some fabulous artworks along the C2C route (including the Beamish Shorthorn Metal Cows on the Consett to Sunderland Section!). It's a tough ride but we've plenty of time to do it. Even novice riders will manage it and will feel exhilerated when they dip their bikes into the sea at Sunderland!

Read about some of our previous rides and get further details about up and coming charity events on our website. You could even sign up for our next challenge to help raise money for a good cause!!

       * charityadventure.org.uk

Read Craz's ride report from the Ultimate Pursuits Sea2Sea 2006 event!

       * Craz's Ride Report (PDF)

Note: This ride is limited to a maximum of 26 riders because of the size of the Rock Tour Buses we use for transport and accommodation. If you're interested in taking part, please sign up quickly at the charityadventure website!

	Well done John Donation by Cheri 14/10/08	£10.00
	Well done Big J. Hpoe your knee knack is better soon. x Donation by Little H & Steven Brown 13/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	better late than never Donation by Alison 13/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Donation by Amit 13/10/08	£3.00
	well done son Donation by Mam & Dad Forrest 13/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Rah rah John. No problem eh? Donation by The In-laws 10/10/08	£10.00
	All the very best John Donation by ACE Filtration 10/10/08	£50.00
	Keep pedalling Alice, Sustrans needs you! Donation by Colin 10/10/08	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Keep batting ahead Ian Donation by David C 09/10/08	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Gary! Don't get 'em lost :-) Donation by John, Diane, Emily & Isaac 09/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Go nicky!! Hope the little leggies last! Donation by Liz 09/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Gin :) x x Donation by George 09/10/08	£5.00
	Good Luck Ginny and the rest of the group. Donation by Rob C 09/10/08	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	I hope your legs dont get any thinner Donation by Mha 08/10/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	go ginny go Donation by linda 07/10/08	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
	Good luck John, and this time you haven't got the excuse of carrying an old man if you don't finish. Donation by Kev & Michelle 06/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck Sian hope you get good weather Donation by Colin & Janine 05/10/08	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Ian have a good trip. Donation by Claire&Mick 03/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Now you have 3 friends (2 if you exclude your wife) x Donation by Lisa 03/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	good luck sian and all the other riders Donation by Carol and david 02/10/08	£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid
	Good Luck Rachel! Donation by Mr Toast 02/10/08	£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid
	Are you going to ride with a high vis jacket on??? Behave!!!! xx Donation by Alvinthechipmunk 01/10/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Go Nicky! You'll never be able to complain if a bike ride is too long or has too much uphill again... Donation by Huw 30/09/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck Slawson!! xxxx Donation by Keely 30/09/08	£10.00
	Go Rach! Try running next time, it's more beneficial ;) Donation by Chris 29/09/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Go Nicky, just think of that victory G&T! :) Donation by Bethan and Simon 29/09/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Have Fun Donation by Joseph Stiddard-Jenkins + BELF 28/09/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid
	Good luck Gin, watch out for those sportscars! x Donation by Jenny Pickles 27/09/08	£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid
	I'm proud of your effort, Nicky Donation by Peter Meenan 25/09/08	£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
	Good luck Ginny x Donation by Gary Newsome 23/09/08	£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

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* Total raised online:	£768.00
Offline donations:	£2,254.47
Gift Aid plus supplement:	£163.59

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