This year, Helen and I have decided to swap our weekend lie‑ins for something much more sensible… (Helen lies in, I crack on with the chores)

We are Racing the actual sun... Yes, really.

We’re taking on Race to the Sun to raise money for Action Medical Research, an incredible charity funding vital research to help sick and vulnerable children.

The challenge?

🚴‍♂️ A lot of cycling - 30 miles

🥾 A lot of trekking - 9 miles

🛶 Around 2 miles of paddling (which is worrying, because one of us is far too confident about “natural talent”…)

Together we’ll battle the Mendip hills, more specifically Cheddar Gorge as well as the heat, tired legs, and the sun’s irritating habit of not slowing down for anyone.

But we can’t do this without your support.

Every donation—big or small—helps Action Medical Research fund life‑changing work that gives children a healthier future.

If you can spare a few pounds, we’d really appreciate it.

If you can’t… please send snacks. Or sympathy. Or both.

Thank you so much for supporting us!

You’re officially part of our team “Racing the Sun" and hoping our legs hold up. 🌞