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Where's the Orchestra!? TBR700 challenge

Mike Vale is raising money for British Heart Foundation
In memory of Donald Thompson
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Taking on the Two Ball Rally (TBR700 · 14 May 2026

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Thanks for visiting our page. We are raising money for the British Heart Foundation and I'd be so grateful for your support.

The challenge is to take on the Two Ball Rally (TBR700) using the 1998 Volvo V70 2.4 pictured in the cover photo. There will be daily challenges for us to complete while en route, which will all count towards our points score to hopefully win the rally. The challenge itself takes in 700 miles of driving in 4 days, taking on the infamous Applecross pass as well (we also need to get there and back from the south of England so that's an extra challenge on itself!) We have plans to decorate the car and advertise our BHF fundraising, all of which will be revealed as we prep for the event.

The money we raise will be donated to the BHF in memory of Chris's father in law/Mike's grandad, Donald Thompson, who sadly passed away in May 2025. He had heart problems which required him to have major heart surgery, a quadruple bypass and new heart valve, along with a pacemaker. This gave him 10 years of life he probably wouldn't have had.which rejuvenated his life and allowed him to live many more happy years than would have been possible without it.

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£865.00
+ £188.75 Gift Aid
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£865.00
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