I sadly lost my Dad, Pat Williams, last summer after a relatively short period of illness. After initially recovering from the effects of a stroke things deteriorated. Dementia was just one of the issues the family had to cope with. Having to fight the bureaucracy and red tape of the NHS system, with the varying levels of care offered to stroke patients and their relatives, it was an inspiration in Dad's final weeks to witness the care and dedication of the Princess Alice Hospice (PAH). I have decided therefore to give something back by taking on the London to Paris bike ride.

P.A.H. relies on the local community to generate 77% of it's income through fundraising, retail operations, donations and legacies.  The cost of providing services in 2013/2014 was £9.1 million.

For every £1 donated to P.A.H., 84p is spent on delivering care and support, 11p is spent on fundraising to secure further donations and 5p is spent on management and administration.

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Next stops: the Arc de Triomphe, the Champs-Elysees and the Eiffel Tower. Hopefully followed by a big cushion on the seat on the journey home!