From the streets of London to romantic Paris, passing through picturesque Kent countryside, across the Channel and through the medieval market towns of Northern France, passing the famous battlefields of the Somme and Agincourt, finally finishing at the Eiffel Tower. Sounds like a lovely holiday doesn't it?

What if someone said, "How about you cycle all the way? Clearly I'd had a few beers, as this is exactly what I've signed up for. 300 miles in 3.5 days, hours in the saddle and some strenuous hill-climbs, this is the cycle challenge to end all cycle challenges!

Why would I sign up for this madness? For a good cause, that's why. Francis House, providing care for children and young adults with life limiting conditions, as well as offering support and friendship to the whole family, receive only a small proportion of funds centrally. Therefore, the hospice relies on donations to make up the rest of the substantial running costs to provide the services families desperately need.

So please help me to make a difference: click Donate Now - it's fast and totally secure, and if you are a UK tax payer, you can Gift Aid your donation. You can also text NPOR55 to 70070 to donate £5, charged at £5 plus your standard text rate. All donations will be added to total raised by The fresh Group, hopefully smashing our £10k target for Francis House.

Your donations really do make a difference and I appreciate your continued support.

With thanks,

Nick