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Cyclists Conquer 250 Miles for Brain Cancer Awareness
4 Oct
Summary
- Ten friends cycled 250 miles over eight days on a quadracycle.
- The ride aimed to raise money for brain tumour research and a hospice.
- The team was inspired by a young girl's battle with a brain tumour.
A group of ten friends, aged between their 50s and 60s, successfully completed a challenging 250-mile journey from Chorleywood, Hertfordshire, to Dartmouth, Devon. Over eight days, they pedaled a quadracycle in what they called the 'Woods to the Waves' challenge. Their mission was to raise crucial funds and awareness for two vital causes: Brain Tumour Research and Keech Hospice Care.
The inspiration for this remarkable feat came from 12-year-old Betsy, who was blinded at the age of two following a brain tumour diagnosis. This personal connection fueled the team's determination throughout their journey. Organiser Dean Tanner expressed his astonishment at the public's generosity, noting the widespread support and donations received along the route.
Tanner emphasized the critical need for more funding in brain tumour research, stating that the journey revealed the profound number of people affected by the disease. For three members of the team, the challenge was particularly personal, having close family members who had battled brain tumours, making the experience deeply emotional. While they have already raised over £20,000, the group remains committed to reaching their £40,000 target.
