Over the last year or so, I have had the sad privilege of leading the memorial services of a number of people who have died sleeping rough in Ilford. While we are glad to honour them, it is so sad that people are dying in such conditions. This should not be the case in 2019.

The Salvation Army in Ilford is leading on Project Malachi - building a hostel in Ilford town centre, in partnership with Redbridge Council. 

The money I raise from this bike ride will go towards the revenue costs of the accommodation and recycles - our bike recycling social enterprise - which will occupy the ground floor. 

This is going to be a tough one for me, so every penny raised will be extra motivation to finish the challenge!  Please give generously.

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