The Acorn Project

The Acorn Project - UK bike tour page

Fundraising for Grassroots Suicide Prevention
£525
raised of £1,000 target
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The Acorn Project - UK bike tour, 9 September 2020
We help people get the support they need to stay safe from suicide

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In September 2020 I will be embarking on a solo bike ride from Brighton, covering 2000 miles around the UK. I will be cycling to the most northerly point on mainland Britain, Dunnet Head in Scotland. Then returning back to Brighton. I will be cycle touring, so I will be carrying everything I need for the trip on my bike and relying on the kindness of others to help me along the way.

During lockdown I rediscovered my love for cycling and have restored my 30 year old bike which I plan to use for this trip. The process of rebuilding this bike, and cycling again has been a massive benefit to my mental health. I want to do something positive and promote good mental health for all through cycling.

I am currently in recovery and I will be using this ride to aid this process. I will be Vlogging all the elements of this project on my Youtube and Instagram pages. I hope that the sharing of my experience will benefit others by starting conversations and destigmatising thoughts on mental health and suicide.

Grassroots is a UK leader in suicide prevention. They help to create safe spaces in our communities for Real Talk about suicide. They support people in our communities to develop the skills and confidence needed to save lives.

I want to thank everyone that has helped me along this journey so far.  

Big love! Xxx

My YouTube Channel: 

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Zi48w4VE3RB46xnrxljkQ

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/the.acorn.project/

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/the.acorn.project.23/about/



 

NEWSFLASH!!!

The tour has now restarted (21st May 2021) after having to stop due to lockdown back in November 2020. I will be continuing the ride from Newcastle to Brighton. You can follow my progress on Instagram, Facebook, Strava and Komoot.




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About the charity

We work to make sure nobody has to experience thoughts of suicide alone. We fight dangerous stigma that stops people talking about suicide. We teach communities to recognise and support those at risk. We develop new ways for people to get lifesaving support. Together, we can prevent suicide.

Donation summary

Total raised
£525.00
+ £111.25 Gift Aid
Online donations
£525.00
Offline donations
£0.00

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