The team’s journey covered more than 100 miles and two charities benefited from the trip, with the money being split between Cancer Research UK and the UK Sport Association for People with Learning Disability (UKSA). It was service users who opted to donate some of the money to Cancer Research UK.
It has been reported that those behind the event have every intention of making it into an annual occasion. At least £400 was raised this year and next time, those involved could use poster printing in Basingstoke to raise the profile of the day.
The cyclists were representing a local NHS Trust, and their ride took them from Oxford to High Wycombe. It then involved a journey from Chineham to Tatchbury Mount. The NHS Trust in question has a headquarters in Tatchbury Mount, which is situated in Calmore.
Reports stated that the final section of the trip was the toughest. Brian Murtagh, who works in healthcare as a modern matron, has told the Basingstoke Gazette:
“Physical activity is a really important aspect of a balanced life for people with a learning disability.”
Murtagh has stressed the importance of the connection between physical health and overall well-being.
Another medical professional involved in the ride, Dr Martyn Diaper, spoke about the dedication and passion of the staff at the Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust.