On the beach in New Quay last summer after one too many glasses of wine and having fond memories of my orange Chopper bike , i agreed to undertake this cycle challenge from London to Amsterdam.

Joking aside,40 or so of us are aiming  to raise £30,000 for The Building Brighter Futures Appeal, to fund a groundbreaking new NSPCC centre for Wales based in Cardiff.This centre will provide  any child who has been through the trauma of abuse, support and help  to rebuild their lives.

This centre will help transform the lives of vulnerable young people throughout Wales, helping them overcome the harrowing effects of abuse, neglect and domestic violence, making them feel safe, loved and able to reach their full potential.

I know that you receive many calls for charitable donations, but I would be grateful of any donation big or small.