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Originally planned as a personal adventure, it soon became apparent that the walk was raising a lot of interest amongst friends, in the village and in the media. We hope to use this interest to raise awareness and money for causes that we feel passionately about.

We are asking for your support and if you can spare it, some money!! It is important to point out now, that every penny of your donation will go to the charities; the adventure is being completely funded by Michele and I.


Wishing For A Well


The Wishing for a Well appeal has been operating for 21 years. It is a small local charity run by Bryan and Marjorie Cooper. The Charity raises money to fund the construction of wells and dams in the Eastern Province of Kenya supporting the Akamba Tribe. The work of the Charity helps produce water for many hundreds of people who live in an arid part of the world.

During this time, while world leaders 'talk' about dropping African debt and increasing aid to the poverty stricken, Wishing For a Well gives us an opportunity to take direct action in supporting the continent of Africa. The money you give will not be 'bartered' for lucrative contracts or lost to corruption; it will go directly to providing water to the most needy. It's as simple as that !!


breakthrough breast cancer


Breakthrough Breast Cancer is the UK's leading breast cancer charity and is committed to fighting breast cancer through research and awareness.

Their aims are to:

  • Initiate and support research which aims ultimately to eradicate breast cancer by discovering the causes of the disease, finding methods of prevention and developing new treatments
  • Create a focus for breast cancer research through the Breakthrough Toby Robins Breast Cancer Research Centre, housed in the Mary-Jean Mitchell Green building at the Institute of Cancer Research; the first of its kind in the UK
  • Encourage the rapid communication of research findings for the practical benefit of people with breast cancer
  • Foster partnerships between organisations concerned with breast cancer
  • Promote breast cancer education and awareness among the public, policy makers, health professionals and the media
  • Campaign for policies that support breast cancer research and a pioneering approach to breast cancer services in the UK.
The words above were taken directly from the breakthrough website mission and values statement.

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