Richard Glasspool

Dance Dads support Cycle4Cynthia 2019

Fundraising for Cynthia Spencer Hospice Charity
£1,030
raised of £500 target
Donations cannot currently be made to this page
Event: Cycle4Cynthia, on 22 September 2019
Participants: Jason Patterson; John Eadon; Adrian Spicer
Cycle4Cynthia is Cynthia Spencer Hospice's annual cycle ride, starting and finishing at Holdenby House with 5, 25 and 50-mile routes. All these cyclists are cycling to make a difference locally, so we really appreciate your support too.

Story

A small group of dads in early 2019 decided to get out on their bikes whilst their daughters were rehearsing for a dance show.  Our sole intention at that time was to see how we got on and hopefully enjoy ourselves, if we improved our fitness then it was a bonus.  We have been out in all weathers and still find ourselves planning our Sunday rides out, even though the girls have finished their show.  We have all benefited from our time out, either getting fitter, the camaraderie, and the opportunity to explore the Northants countryside (although we are all a bit fed up with lifting bikes over stiles).  In Spring 2019 details were shared about the Cycle 4 Cynthia campaign, something that Richard had suggested to the rest of the group.  Initially the plan was for 25 miles, but Adrian's immediate response we needed to set ourselves a real challenge and the 50 mile route was agreed somewhat with a nervous laugh associated with that decision.

Cynthia Spencer Hospice has provided help and support to friends and relatives of those completing this ride.  Richard also happens to be the Clinical Service Manager for Cynthia Spencer Hospice amongst his portfolio.  Therefore, this is our opportunity to push ourselves to complete 50 miles, hopefully enjoying ourselves along the way, and maybe still speaking to each other at the end of the ride.  It is also our opportunity to raise funds for a worthy cause which will allow the Hospice to continue in its provision of caring and compassionate care not only for patients, but also their friends and relatives.  We very much appreciate your support and donations as we embark on our venture and hopefully contribute a healthy sum to the Cycle 4 Cynthia 2019 campaign.

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About the campaign

Cycle4Cynthia is Cynthia Spencer Hospice's annual cycle ride, starting and finishing at Holdenby House with 5, 25 and 50-mile routes. All these cyclists are cycling to make a difference locally, so we really appreciate your support too.

About the charity

Cynthia Spencer Hospice provides specialist palliative care for people diagnosed with life-limiting illnesses and their families at the Hospice in Northampton and across Northamptonshire through our Hospice@Home Community Care Team; helping patients to enjoy the best quality of life possible

Donation summary

Total raised
£1,030.00
Online donations
£1,030.00
Offline donations
£0.00

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