In my role as chaplain to the forces I have over the years supported our service persons and their families at different times during their active years. Yet some the toughest challenges often come for veterans and their families once they have left service. Painful injuries, mental trauma, physical disability and feeling isolated can be very real feelings and emotions for ex service persons.

Help For Heroes offers life-changing services and support to veteran families ranging from physical and mental health care, to help with welfare and medical needs through to days out, opprotunities to join in and drop in support.

This year I'll be riding again from the Normandy beaches to Paris. Along the way we will stop to remember the fallen but also to reflect upon why we are riding togther what that represents and to share our stories and backgrounds as we go. The camaradrie is powerful but more importantly the fund rasing ensures those with needs get this specialist support they need.

In anticipation of your support for our often hidden veteran community. Thank you.