He cycled from Land’s End to John O’Groats… then climbed a mountain
As challenging ways to fundraise for St Luke’s go, Ray East’s 1,000-mile, 12-day cycle ride from Land’s End to John O’Groats – battling rain and strong head winds all the way – was no mean feat.
What’s even more remarkable is that the morning after completing his two-wheel quest in memory of family friend Toby Brann, Ray donned his climbing boots to conquer Ben Nevis, the highest mountain in the British Isles.
Safely back home in Plymouth, the 60-year-old ex-military man and retired firefighter admitted it had been a gruelling mission but was worth all the effort to shine a light on St Luke’s care and raise, to date, more than £1,500 for the hospice.
“I did it in memory of Toby who was cared for by St Luke’s at home before he died in March this year. My wife Lisa and I are friends with his mum and dad, Helen and Rob,” said Ray, who carried a photo of 23-year-old Toby with him on his journey.