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Veteran's Pedalo Journey for Mental Health
27 Apr
Summary
- Veteran Alan Thornewill is pedaling 126 miles on a swan pedalo.
- He aims to raise £5,000 for RLNI and veteran mental health charity.
- The journey started in Lechlade, Gloucestershire, and heads to London.
A 60-year-old veteran is embarking on an ambitious 126-mile journey along the River Thames in a swan-shaped pedalo. Alan Thornewill, who served 22 years in the Royal Navy, began his "Op Ruby Jack" in Lechlade, Gloucestershire, on Friday, with the goal of reaching London by Thursday.
Thornewill aims to raise £5,000 for the RLNI and Combat Stress, a charity dedicated to veteran mental health support. He has personally experienced the challenges of transitioning back to civilian life and seeks to encourage others to discuss their mental health struggles.
The challenging voyage involves navigating locks, currents, and weather conditions while pedaling for eight hours daily. Thornewill is accompanied each day by rotating groups of veterans, friends, and family, underscoring the importance of a supportive network.
