In May this year Sir Ranulph Fiennes made a second attempt to conquer Everest for Marie Curie Cancer Care. Now aged 64, with a heart condition and Prostate Cancer, it was an extraordinary undertaking.
Unfortunately after reaching an altitude of 8,400 metres on May 24, 2008, Sir Ranulph was forced to turn back from the South Col due to exhaustion. Bad weather had forced Sir Ranulph to make his summit bid one day earlier than was planned.
Sir Ranulph has chosen Marie Curie Cancer Care to be the sole beneficiary of the expedition. He lost both his first wife and sister to cancer, and his recent experience with prostate cancer has deepened his commitment to the charity. Despite not reaching the summit Sir Ranulph is more determined than ever to raise £3 million for Marie Curie Cancer Care to help the charity care for more terminally ill patients in their own homes.
Raised so far: £1,730,621.00
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A great achievement, and an equally great charity to do it for! Donation by Marcel Volker on 26/10/09 |
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well done sir Donation by Gillian Wood on 19/10/09 |
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A great achievement for a great cause Donation by Carol on 19/10/09 |
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You provide inspiration for so many people showing just how far someone can push themselves. Incredible achievement, many congratulations. Donation by Peter and Katie K on 17/10/09 |
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Well done Ran an amazing life and an incredible feat climbing Everest. Donation by Mark Cerrone on 23/09/09 |
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Well done! Donation by Ian Cockshott on 11/09/09 |
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Well done Ran. Just read 'Mad, Bad & Dangerous' and wish I could do more. You're an inspiration. Donation by Tim Hodgetts on 06/09/09 |
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Read inspiring account of you Everest attempts/success. In memory of our loved ones. Donation by David Rankin on 27/08/09 |
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Everest - Countdown - what next? Donation by Laurence McDonald on 15/08/09 |
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Well Done! Donation by Janet on 06/07/09 |
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Awesome achievement for a fantastic cause - your remarkable determination is an inspiration to us all! Donation by Hugh Tooby on 18/06/09 |
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Donation by Leni on 15/06/09 |
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What a PLODDER !! Inspirational! Donation by Joyce Parker on 11/06/09 |
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Congratulations! You are magnificent Donation by margaret on 10/06/09 |
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Donation by mark turner on 29/05/09 |
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Congratulations! Donation by Michael & Ann Donnan on 29/05/09 |
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A truly remarkable, inspirational and self-less achievement!! Donation by Andrew Fagan on 27/05/09 |
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Well done, a man who fully merits the title of ‘Sir’, a shining example to the others… Donation by Peter on 26/05/09 |
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Donation by anonymous on 26/05/09 |
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Congratulations and well done! An inspiration for a 9 year old boy Donation by Jacqui Steve & Thomas on 26/05/09 |
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Fantastic - well done Donation by Elizabeth Morony on 26/05/09 |
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Truly inspirational Donation by Penny & Alastair on 26/05/09 |
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Congratulations Donation by Richard and Jaco Rowlands on 26/05/09 |
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A joyous feat Donation by Jan Topley on 25/05/09 |
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Brave feat for special cause Donation by Mike on 25/05/09 |
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| * Total raised online: | £17,721.00 |
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| Offline donations: | £1,712,900.00 |
| Mobile donations: | £0.00 |
| Total Raised: | £1,730,621.00 |
| Gift Aid plus supplement: | £2,907.95 |
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