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Thanks for taking the time to visit our JustGiving page.  Me and my fiance Alex have decided to take up the challenge of cycling from London to Paris in just 4 days! We're doing this to raise money for a charity really close to our hearts, 'The Cure Parkinsons Trust'.

Five years ago, my Dad was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease.   As you may already know, Parkinson’s is a neurological condition which affects movements (such as talking, walking and writing) and is caused by a loss of nerve cells in the brain.  

Since Dad was diagnosed his disease has obviously had a significant impact on his life, as well as the life of myself, my brother and other family and friends.   As a result of his condition he was made to retire from full time work and now has to take regular medication to keep him mobile, as well as having various gadgets around the house to help him with day to day tasks that we often take for granted.  Unfortunately, due to the nature of Parkinson’s my Dads condition will get worse and he will continue to find his movements deteriorating over time.  It has been really hard for us all to see such an independent, active man have his life changed by Parkinson's and it is only due to his pure courage and determination (as well as his well known stubborness!) that he still keeps as busy as he can with his lifelong love for both Scouting and cricket.

There are medications available that limit the impact of Parkinson’s but as yet there is no cure. And although there is much research going into finding a cure, this only gets limited funding from the government and more money is required to help people like my Dad.

The ‘Cure Parkinson’s’ Trust is one of the charities which is working towards finding a cure for Parkinson’s disease, which is why we have chosen to take up this challenge for them!

We really really hope that you will help us achieve our target amount of £2,800  by sponsoring us on our bike ride so we can help people like my Dad not to suffer as a result of Parkinson’s disease.

Many Thanks,

Alison and Alex

 

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Wish you lots of luck and hope you raise plenty of money. Donation by Michael Vesselo 27/02/10  

Hi really proud of you both,love Di and keith,Claires mum and dadxxxxxxxxx Donation by Diane Ludeman 20/02/10  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck Alison! Show them frenchies how its done. Sxxx Donation by Sara Blend 08/02/10  

Sorry it isn't much but I know every penny counts. Wishing you both lots of luck. Love and peace! Donation by Penelope Logiebear & Paulo WoodwArd 04/02/10  

£7.00 + £1.97 Gift Aid

So impressed you guys are doing this! Donation by Camille Kapoor 02/02/10  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Thanks from every one that attended our meal Donation by alex and alison 01/02/10  

£110.00 + £31.03 Gift Aid

GOOD LUCK, Donation by ABDUL RAHEEM MOHAMMED 01/02/10  

£200.00 + £56.41 Gift Aid

Baguette, Oooh La la, Vin Rouge.... etc Donation by Jamie Ryan 31/01/10  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Donation by Jane Stevens 28/01/10  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

good luck! Donation by Carlos Fenoo 26/01/10  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Will let you know over the weekend about next saturday night. Good Luck with the cycle ride guys x. X Crozza X Donation by Charlotte Crosbie 21/01/10  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

good luck guys x Donation by scott rowsell 20/01/10  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck to both of you. Love you lots and am very proud of you. Say hi to your Dad and Brother James for me xxx Donation by Claire Frieling 13/01/10  

£50.00

Donation by Jon Lammiman 13/01/10  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck! Donation by James Windett 12/01/10  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck with the cycle.... who's doing the navigating??? Donation by max 12/01/10  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck to you both, lots of love x Donation by Jenny law 11/01/10  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Saw this and thought I'd chip in. My Grandad had Parkinsons. Donation by Phil Hatchard 01/01/10  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Have a great Christmas and wishing you all the best in the cycle ride - you can do it! Donation by ?? 24/12/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good luck, and say hello to the Eiffel Tower when you get there! Donation by Kevin Quigley 08/12/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Im really proud of both of you, well done. xx Donation by Jordan Sharp 06/12/09  

£50.00 + £14.10 Gift Aid

Good Luck Donation by Paul Atkins 05/12/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck to you both! Donation by Sue Southwood 03/12/09  

Rather you than me, well done. Donation by Keith Daly 03/12/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Best of luck on your bikes!!! Donation by claire hemmaway 02/12/09  

£30.00 + £8.46 Gift Aid

Dear Ali n Alex, here's a little donation from your Belgian fanclub...good luck with your journey !!! Donation by Anna, Tim and Otis 30/11/09  

£20.00

Good luck, really proud of you both getting sore bums for such a good cause! X X Donation by lyn sharp 28/11/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Top effort Ali.......enjoy xxx Donation by Laura Stratford 26/11/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Awesome, good luck to both of you :) love love xx Donation by Elly 25/11/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Good luck guys!!! Really proud of you!! :) Donation by Matt, Vee and baby Jack 24/11/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid
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