I’m fundraising for The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
I'm taking part in the UK Power Networks Royal Ramble, walking 20 miles through central London to raise vital funds for The Duke of Edinburgh's Award charity. All the money I raise will go towards helping to transform the lives of young people ensuring that no young person misses out on the opportunity to participate in the life-changing Awards and is able to reach thier full potential. Please support me by making a donation to my page. No matter how big or small, every penny will make a differnce. Thank you.
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Mission accomplished
Monday 26th MayWell, we did it!
20 Miles in 6 hours, 0 minutes and 47 seconds. No idea if that was good or bad -just delighted to have got to the finish line on my own two feet, albeit I was probably walking like I was auditioning for the role of Lloyd in Yellowstone.
The first 5 miles was great fun, the next 5 were interesting with some amazing sights around London.
Then the going got tough and my feet started to have something to say about putting them through such an ordeal. I don’t think they will ever forgive me.
By three quarters of the way round, each mile felt like 10, and it was a bit of a struggle but I have to say a huge thanks to Annette, Alan and Jordan who kept me going. Without their support and cheery motivation, I probably would have reached for my Uber App and prepared my excuses.
That said, it was a great experience, and I am definitely up for it next year - but perhaps with a bit more preparation.
Thank you so much to all of the people who donated to this great cause. With your help, I raised over £1500. Not too shabby for a target of £100.
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Practice Walk 11th May 2025
Tuesday 13th MayI did a practice walk on Sunday – Horam and back from my house which was about 10 miles. My daughter came along on her bike to give me some encouragement. It was like the scene from Run Fat Boy Run, but without the paddle (if you have seen the film).
Spent the afternoon shopping for proper walking shoes and blister plasters, but my determination is unwavering.
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Thank you to my Sponsors
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Anwaf Abushahrur
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Nre Services Ltd
Good luck very worthy cause
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Treesmiths Ltd
Good Luck Bill, 20 miles for a great charity!
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Brockwells Forestry Ltd
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Michele And Brendan
Well done Bill. Enjoy the stroll😁
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Stuart Wilson
Good luck Bill, looks like a great event and great charity. Enjoy the look walkies.
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Monique Blackburn
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Steve Walker
Good luck!
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Jake Dillon
A very worthy cause. Good luck Bill!
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Brian Davies
Good luck Bill. Hope you enjoy the walk. Regards Brian
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Ground Control
Best of luck Bill :)
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The Peel's
Good luck Bill. Make sure you stop for refreshment in Camden :-)
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Gail And Wayne
Good luck Bill 😊
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The Ellis’s
Good luck mind those blisters and enjoy it 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Love from the Ellis’s
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Tony Whiteman
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Sarah Divall
Fabulous x well done Bill xxxx
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Paula
Go Bill !
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Charlie Dawes
Good luck, Bill!
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Anna Blackburn
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Paul Towler
Good luck Bill, be careful at your age.
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Graham Willard
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Holly
Good luck tomorrow. Wish I was walking with you
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Tina Baldwin
Good luck Bill
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Megan Peel
Good luck!!!
Good luck Bill