I met Sophie while riding in Chile and Argentina and she has suggested that I join her for a ride in Waterburg, South Africa. While there, we will visit a charity she helped to set up when she lived there.

I am particularly interested to help fund some of the children's education, which is vital, and need your support. It only costs £50 for a child to attend school for a year including school uniform. £20 will buy the uniform alone and £10 for a pair of shoes. Teachers receive £100 salary per month.

My friends know that this is an "alternative" 50th. Please help me to help these children. I appreciate your generosity.