17 September 2021
Andrew raises £1,200 for SaTH Charity Amateur cyclist, Andrew Walmsley, has raised almost £1,200 for the SaTH Charity Breast Cancer Fund by completing a 60-mile sponsored cycle challenge. Andrew set himself the challenge of cycling from his home in Whitchurch to the Princess Royal Hospital, then onto the Royal Shrewsbury Hospital before returning home.
satisfaction.” The challenge was completed on 22 August and £1,197 has been raised to date. Julia Clarke, Director of Public Participation at SaTH, said “What an amazing amount to raise singlehandedly - we are equally impressed with the 60-mile round trip which is not an easy feat, especially as there are quite a few Shropshire hills along the way, which you notice much more on a bike!
Andrew said: “My reason for doing this is that my wife, Dian, recently had a lumpectomy and if it wasn't for the “The money raised will help us deliver care to future early detection and the great expertise of staff, the users of the service and support their families and outcome might have been different. I wanted to show carers while they’re receiving treatment.” my thanks by giving something back. Details of Andrew’s fundraiser can be found here: Andrew Walmsley is fundraising for The “My Breast Cancer Shropshire Amateur Cycle Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Sponsorship Challenge was a win/win. It gave me a Charity (justgiving.com). cause to get fitter and lose some weight, and I supported my wife and made some money for The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust Charity. Are you thinking of doing a sponsored challenge? That win/win gives you immense pride and