Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

In August of this year, I with a close friend Nigel Leech will be cycling from Lands End to John O'Groats, both of us raising money for our respective charities.  Two years ago I bought a bike on the cycle to work scheme inspired by the success of our Olympic cycling teams and Sir Bradley Wiggins winning the Tour de France.! This was further compounded by watching the Grand Depart of the Tour in Leeds. I joined my local cycling club (Valley Striders) and soon got the cycling bug and then agreed with my mate to cycle the length of Britain despite being something of a novice. Nigel has had triple bypass surgery and it seemed the least I could do to support his venture. Little did I realise the distance was around a 1000 miles, over 60,000 feet of climbing and averaging 90-100+ miles per day over the 11 days. The challenge will also give me the opportunity to raise money for the Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust Community Charity Fund. I have worked in the NHS for over 25 years and I am extremely passionate about this vital public service. I have worked in Harrogate Foundation Trust as a Clinical Director for over 10 years now and feel extremely privileged to be in a senior position. I see every day the commitment, passion and motivation of a wide range of professionals providing excellent care to our patients. Giving something back by raising some money for our charity and enabling the hospital to purchase vital equipment etc will be hugely appreciated by many.

I would be so grateful if you would consider sponsoring me and contributing to our charity. I have funded the trip myself and so 100% of all donations will go direct to the charity.

Thankyou for visiting my page and considering this worthy cause.

Andy Alldred