A charity which my family has long had an affiliation with, the RNLI saves lives and is at the heart of many coastal communities.

As a charity, the RNLI depends on our donations so it can go on saving lives and keeping us and our loved ones safe.

RNLI lifesavers are our lifeline. They’re the lifeboat crews who provide 24-hour search and rescue right around the UK and Ireland. The lifeguards keeping watch on 240 of the busiest beaches in the UK and Channel Islands. And the RNLI safety teams and educators working tirelessly to stop people getting into trouble in the first place.

If you can help inspire my pedalling northwards by donating to RNLI if be most grateful!

(I'm not sprinting this LEJOG - but looking forward to taking in lots of the UK scenery as I head northwards this Spring. A bit like that line about 'How do you eat an elephant?' 'Gradually, one bite at a time...')