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I have worked as a GP for 30 years and seen many patients with cancer, and been impressed with the improvement in cancer care. I was diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer in March 2023. Within days I had received an anti androgen injection, and following a recent(and ongoing) study into combined chemotherapy and hormone therapy, I started an 18 week programme of chemotherapy. I have had wonderful care throughout the treatment, and I was lucky enough to stay well during the chemo, and maintained my cycling passion apart from missing a cycle tour in northern Spain with some friends.

I would like to combine fundraising with a cycle tour of Cornwall, and I am very grateful for any donations you can afford. I will donate any cash to the Sunrise centre/ Headland unit in Truro which co-ordinated the chemotherapy.

Sitting in a pub room in Kingsand, reflecting upon an emotional day one spent cycling 60 miles along the south Cornish coast from Devoran with up to 4 cycling buddies and all too brief appearances from 2 others. I feel very lucky to be able to do this and hope many more can follow my journey. Thanks for all who have donated- it is reaching unimagined levels

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Day 2- two cyclists today, going from Kingsand to Morwenstow then back to just outside Bude. Crossing our beautiful county in sunlight, along mainly tiny lanes with high sides, mosses and ferns, occasional glimpses of the Tamar was a treat that more folk should explore.the sea views from Morwenstow church completed our experience. Photos include routes on days 1 and 2 and the most important pieces of kit

Day 3- having lost my IT support the route map photo is a shoestring on a map- it gives you an idea. Cycling alone is different to that with company. Positives are that it allows more reflective thought, that you can make changes without reference to your co- cyclist and there no pauses just to have a chat. It is however more fun to share experiences with another and you can share navigation problems which probably would have prevented me getting lost twice!. My daughter met me for dinner which was the glazing on the sticky toffee pudding.

Day 4- a tour around the dramatic west penwith coastline, Penzance then down to Lizard point. 2 other cyclists today. I reflected on my chemo as I was a Thursday boy every 3rd week for 6 sessions and witnessed a highly professional approach to the task to a great many people- some of whom had to attend daily from much further away than me. There was a calm friendly approach to a difficult, invasive technique administered to people who were living with hope of a recovery. I have much to thank them for. Cycling highlights were seeing the most southerly and southwesterly points in the UK in beautiful light.

Day 5. An early walk to Lizard point, then the final cycle around the highly challenging hills of east lizard. More pushing the bike than any of the previous days( for me)however as we neared the finish, we had several envigorating moments with friends and relatives. A final push to the Old Quay Inn for a quick reflection on another stunning ride.

Many thanks to all who have supported this project with donations or interest. I feel very fortunate to have responded so well to the treatment so far and delighted that we have contributed to funding more cancer research to benefit us all.