In September 2021 (delayed a year by COVID-19), I will be cycling from Land's End to John O'Groats in the Deloitte Ride Across Britain event - cycling 980 miles in 9 days. I am fairly new to long-distance cycling, and will be doing this on my trusty Giant FCR1 flat-bar - so this will be a massive challenge for me. Thus far, I've only ever cycled 100 or more in a day twice...so what could go wrong?

I am fundraising for the Alzheimer's Society, a charity that seeks to transform the landscape of dementia forever. Until a cure can be found, the Alzheimer's Society works to create a society where those affected by dementia are supported and accepted, able to live in their community without fear or prejudice.

From a personal perspective, my aunt passed away recently - her last years were blighted by dementia. Other friends and family are also affected. This has influenced my choice of charity - no-one should have to suffer from this wretched, awful condition.

I hope to keep you updated with all the training I will be doing - as well as during the actual event... 

Any donation, big or small, would be greatly appreciated (not least because if I don't make the target I have to top up the amount raised myself!

And please share with your family and friends - thank you!