I'm taking part in Go the Distance with Mountbatten cycling challenge to raise money for the wonderful Isle of Wight based hospice, Mountbatten. 

There are three challenges to choose from, a 50km, 100km and 500km cycle. I've opted to take part in the 500km Go the Distance challenge, which I hope to achieve by the end of August, racking up the kilometers on my exercise bike.

I'm unsure I'll be able to reach 500km, but I'll give it a good go! Mountbatten is worth the jelly legs! Please donate however much you can to this wonderful organisation. 

Every pound raised will make the difference between our community facing death alone and being supported through death, dying and bereavement with Mountbatten by their side.

You can take part by signing up at Mountbatten.org.uk.