Michael Alexander Hine, a kind, caring and generous gentleman.

My Dad (Matt Hine) has struggled for many years with mental health issues (Bipolar Disorder) and more recently a potential diagnosis of dementia.

Dad has been in out and of psychiatric hospitals from Redruth in Cornwall over to Stevenage just north of London as there are very often no beds anyway near home.

As of today, 27/11/25 he is currently on a Psychiatric intensive care unit in Weston Super Mare as there are no suitable beds closer to home for him. Real time 05/01/26 he is back in Redruth closer to home.

I find myself on this emotional rollercoaster of mixed feelings with little to no choice. But I do have a choice, to do something positive and raise money for dad and other’s like him.

That is why I decided we were going to do ‘Cycle for Michael’, John O Groats to Land’s End in 8 days in Sept 2026 (13th- 20th). For context I have never ridden a road bike before so this should be interesting, and anyone that knows me well knows my track record isn’t great on a mountain bike 😉.

I am raising money for The Mental Health Foundation which is the UK’s charity for everyone’s mental health (Donations on this Just Giving page). We are also raising money for The Alzehimers Society - The leading UK charity for dementia care and research. It funds research into all types of dementia and provides support and information to individuals and families.

Some other riders in the group are riding for charities closer to their hearts so take a look and see if something resonates with you.

We have a total of 8 riders and a 3 man support crew for our adventure. I am touched by the enthusiasm and commitment of those joining me on this journey.

If you can spare any money that would be awesome. See all the donation pages within this team page.

All the best

Love

Matt, Browner, Arron, Chris, Jody, Robbie, Andy, Nathan, Simon, Dru & Cassidy xxxx