Dylan is a happy, friendly and active 9 year old with a genetic condition called NF1.

It affects him in a number of ways, including causing him problems with mobility.

He can walk, but usually only short distances before becoming fatigued; most of the time he uses a buggy. He cannot ride a bike because he cannot physically push the pedals round.

He also has autism, linked to his NF1. This means that in addition to his physical difficulties he also suffers from severe anxieties that mean that he is scared to ride an ordinary bike because he feels unsafe.

He needs an adapted tricycle with special gearing to make it easier to pedal, foot plates to help him get the pedals all the way round and a parent control handle so that we can help push when he's tired and brake when needed! He also needs a seatbelt and a supportive back to the saddle to give him the confidence to ride.

At the moment, if we want to go for a walk we always have to take his buggy and push him. A bike of his own would give him the opportunity to be active and a bit more independent.

We have been fortunate enough to have been given a grant from Cauldwell Children that covers 2/3 of the cost; but we still need to raise £400.

We will be undertaking a sponsored "push" from Millers Dale to Bakewell and back (about 16 miles) in order to hopefully raise some of the funds.

If we are lucky enough to pass our target, all other money will be donated to Cauldwell Children.