In February 2013 I lost a very good friend, Richard Percival (Percy), following a stroke.  Along with a group of "Percy's Pals" I am planning to ride from Land's End to John O'Groats between the 17th and 29th June this year to raise money in Richard's memory.  Our aim is to raise £250,000 to purchase a portable CT brain scanner for the Neurological Unit of Southampton General Hospital.  This will speed up diagnosis and facilitate treatment for people all over the South of England who have been unfortunate enough to suffer the same illness as he did and give them the best chance of a good outcome.

Richard himself had planned to cycle from Land's End to John O'Groats in July 2013 raising money for charities, so this will be an especially poignant tribute to him.

Any support you can give will be hugely appreciated.