Albert Walton

Albert's fundraiser for Mesothelioma UK

Fundraising for Mesothelioma UK
£6,987
raised of £7,500 target
by 89 supporters
75th Birthday a challenge for each decade
Mesothelioma UK

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We support people affected by Mesothelioma to improve experiences and outcomes

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In May, this year I was 75. So to celebrate my birthday and good health I am doing a physical challenge for each decade. That's 7 1/2 challenges with the half challenge being a half marathon. All to be completed before my 76th Birthday 22nd May 2024

The list of challenges are noted below.

Southwark Cathedral, to Canterbury Cathedral pilgrims walk in four days starting 17th and finished 20th March.

Ashford, half marathon completed 16th April in 2hrs 19m

Yorkshire Dales Three Peaks Challenge, 24 miles walking over three of Yorkshire's highest peaks completed in 10 hrs 35min. 20th May.

Trans Pennine trail by tandem 212 miles in four days (my wife peddled with me on this one) completed 21st to 24th July

75 km cycle time trial. Completed 1st October in 2hrs 54min

Kayak around the Isle of Sheppey 52 miles. date to be confirmed

Triathlon. Spring 2024 actual date to be confirmed

1 mile open water swim. Spring 2024 actual date to be confirmed.

You can join me on any of the challenges if you fancy a challenge and want to help me raise more funds.

All to be completed in 2023

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Mesothelioma UK

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RCN 1177039
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Total raised
£6,986.17
+ £1,003.75 Gift Aid
Online donations
£6,986.17
Offline donations
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