Emma Nelson, a student nurse from Weston-super-Mare, is cycling 874 miles in 87 days around North Somerset to raise money for Weston Hospicecare.
The hospice has lost much of its income due to the coronavirus pandemic and has since launched a series of virtual fundraising events.
The latest is ‘The Big Virtual Cycle’ which has been launched in tandem with Emma’s efforts so supporters can get on their bikes to join her in their own way to support not only her efforts but the hospice too.
There’s a whole range of mileage options available and entry costs £5 per person or £10 per family. Like The Big Virtual Challenge, participants will have 30 consecutive days once they’ve signed up to complete their challenge.
Emma says “I decided to set myself a challenge but I wanted it to be big. Being in lockdown was tough on my mental health so I needed a goal and something to work towards.
“There are 874 miles between John O Groats and Lands’ End and although it’s impossible to cycle between these destinations at this time, I have committed to cycling this distance locally completing the 874 miles in 87 days.
“I was inspired to raise money for Weston Hospicecare as they provide vital end of life care and support to both patients and their families in very difficult times. I am a student nurse and have worked in care for 10 years, experiencing first-hand the importance of compassionate end of life care.
“I am currently in week three and I’ve completed 179 miles. I’m thoroughly enjoying cycling and being out in the fresh air and I’m determined to meet my target.”
To support Emma’s efforts you can leave a donation by clicking here or you can sign up to take part in The Big Virtual Cycle by clicking here.
This event will finish on Monday 31 August (Summer Bank Holiday), meaning participants will have until Saturday, August 1 to register.
For any enquiries, you can contact the Events and Challenges Team by clicking here.