Ed Bramley, a long standing member, is raising money for two organisations that have supported him over the last few years. Please read his words below and I encourage you to support his ride with a donation.

I’m going to be 70 this summer. It also marks four years since I was diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer. Which they only found when they were fitting me with a new heart valve. So I feel there are lots of reasons for me to celebrate! And give back to two organisations that have helped myself and my family the most: Prostate Cancer UK and Leeds Hospitals Charity.
That’s why I’ll be doing something I last did 20 years ago and found hard enough then. I’ll be biking from Lands’ End to John O’Groats via a ‘lumpy’ route, which is over 1,000 miles long and nearly 50,000ft of climbing. I’m going to take a few more days this time, but it will still be an unsupported ride. From half-way, my son Simon will join me for the rest of the journey, and I’ve friends joining me from several days to a single or part day, or even just refreshments.
I’m under no illusions about what I’m taking on - my training reminds me how much of a personal challenge this will be. But I’m also looking forward to the journey and adventures along the way, and if you’re able to donate to either or both charities, you’ll be helping two organisations that mean a lot to me personally. And will be that extra incentive when the going gets ‘tasty’.
From 12th – 30th June, as my bikeathon takes place, you’ll also be able to follow my progress through the link below.

Donations for Eds Bike ride
Many thanks for your support, Editor.