Myself and Google team are dedicating the month of July to giving back, getting fit and looking after wellbeing, of us, our team mates and our friends & colleagues.

We have taken on the challenge to complete 2000 non engine powered miles in just 31 days, we could be walking, cycling, swimming , rowing. We will track our progress via Fit Bit and provide updates throughout the month to let you know our progress. We are each raising money for a cause close to our hearts and my chosen cause is to raise funds to lease a mini bus for our small village school. The minibus will enable the children to attend sporting events throughout the county, go for day trips to learn about other cultures and the arts and also enable them to attend swimming lessons - something which currently costs the school a fortune in bus hire. This will bring the children and staff such joy and really advance the education of the pupils in the school. 

I am aware times are very tough for many at the moment so really appreciate whatever you can donate. Each donation will spur me on to complete the daily millage necessary to achieve our goal! 

I look forward to speaking to many of you throughout the month whilst I am out and about walking and don't be surprised if my normal appearance on VC is replaced by dodgy signal on a mobile connection in a field somewhere. Equally if you are local and fancy joining me for a swim/walk or even a gym based row then do let me know - company will always help me get the miles down quicker!

Thanks so much for your support!

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