The following post has been sent in by Kate Simpson, one of our lovely trustees. Whilst we were completing the end of the LEJOG cycle challenge, Kate along with Remembering Not to Forget supporter Georgina McMasters, undertook a swimming challenge by completing the Thames Marathon. The Thames Marathon Apologies for the interruption but I wanted […]
Challenge Completed We did it! 1000 miles covered via pedal power, from Land’s End to John o’Groats. The distance is quite difficult to comprehend. How do you compare 1000 miles to something comparable? It was not without drama and at times was pretty tough. We even managed to have a bit of fun on the […]
This will be a short update of our latest, crazy challenge. Documenting the ups and downs of cycling “LEJOG”. Ups and downs We started the day with mixed emotions knowing that the challenge is coming to an end. I must say I will be happy to give the bum a break from what feels like a very […]
This will be a short update of our latest, crazy challenge. Documenting the ups and downs of cycling “LEJOG”. Sunshine and goodness The words “sunshine” and “Scotland” are not often used in the same sentence, and if they are it usually involves the words “lack of”. However, today we were blessed with glorious weather. After catching a […]
This will be a short update of our latest, crazy challenge. Documenting the ups and downs of cycling “LEJOG”. Injured and out We started today with confirmation at the briefing that the group was short one rider. Rob had come off his bike on a wet bend a few days ago but managed to finish the day’s […]
This will be a short update of our latest, crazy challenge. Documenting the ups and downs of cycling “LEJOG”. Hello sunshine I was pleased to open the curtains after waking up to see sun streaming through the window. Our clothes were still soaked through from yesterday’s final session in the rain so a little patch of morning […]
This will be a short update of our latest, crazy challenge. Documenting the ups and downs of cycling “LEJOG”. Taking its toll So far we have covered over 400 miles, and the legs are feeling strong. Before starting the trip we were told that you get fitter as the tour progresses and this does indeed […]
This will be a short update of our latest, crazy challenge. Documenting the ups and downs of cycling “LEJOG”. Faceplant in the road Today was defined by an accident. Ali suffered a mechanical issue on her bike which catapulted her over the handlebars, and she then broke her fall using her face! Fortunately there is no major […]
This will be a short update of our latest, crazy challenge. Documenting the ups and downs of cycling “LEJOG”. Sweary Posh Lady Our colourful b&b owner at the Rope Inn, otherwise known as sweary posh lady, was pleased to host us in Moretonhampstead (the longest single word placename in the UK) and got us going with a […]
This will be a short update of our latest, crazy challenge. Documenting the ups and downs of cycling “LEJOG”. Today was tough Following day 1 we were hopeful that, again, the route notes were not really reflective of the day that lay ahead. However, by the first brew stop it was clear that a long tough day […]