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| ABSA Cape Epic Challenge |
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| On 21 March, Werner & Theresia Bäumker will set out on the challenge of a lifetime; the ABSA Cape Epic. |
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| The brother and sister team will cycle 900km along the Western Cape of South Africa and climb 16,000m in just 8 days as part of the world’s toughest mountain bike, multi-stage race. Their target is to raise £20,000 for Martha, which is home to their elder brother, Charl. |
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| Werner and Theresia explained: “At the simplest level is the realisation that the physical challenges we set ourselves by participating in tough endurance sports |
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| Werner and Theresia in training for their epic challenge at the TransWales 2009 stage race. |
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| events cannot even parallel those faced every day by people with disabilities.” |
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The ABSA challenge starts on 21 March in Cape Town finishing in Lourensford
on 28 March 2010. |
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| To find out more about the challenge and pledge your support to Werner and Theresia visit their website www.teamfastforward.org.uk. |
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| Two Marathons for Martha |
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| Nick Pullen and Charles Knight are raising funds for Martha at this year’s Virgin London Marathon on 25 April. |
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| Nick Pullen (pictured), a Kent man who works in research at Pfizer, explained why he will be running the London Marathon for the first time: “Martha Trust is amazing. It protects and touches the lives of people which, in many ways, are beyond the current reach of what a pharmaceutical solution can provide. |
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| “Running the Marathon is just one small way in which I can do my bit for this community - to show the same dedication |
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| Nick Pullen "... one small way in which I can do my bit for this community" |
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| and determination as the residents and carers of Martha Trust do on a daily basis.” |
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| Charles Knight from Bristol has run a number of half marathons and his family has supported the work of Martha for the past 20 years. According to his mum, Claire, “We feel that Martha Trust is such a deserving cause as the work they do for their residents and families is invaluable”. |
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| To sponsor Nick, please go to his sponsorship page at JustGiving.com >> |
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| To sponsor Charles call Serita Boxall at Martha Trust on Tel: 01304 610448 or email seritaboxall@marthatrust.org.uk |
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Trail of Three Cities: Frankfurt - Geneva - Paris
Saturday 25 – Tuesday 28 September, 2010
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| Buy an old banger for £100 and join us in Dover for our next mad challenge across Europe! |
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| We will spend 4 days driving over 1,200 miles through France, Germany and Switzerland. We will then treat you to a celebratory meal and prize giving in Paris. Bring any vehicle as long as it is taxed, insured and has a valid mot certificate. Car cost must be under £100 and all cars will be auctioned in aid of Martha at the end of the challenge. |
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| Martha staff Judy Heath and Lesley Chiverton in last year's Mad For Madrid banger race. |
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For you and a companion we will provide ferry crossings, 3 nights en-route hotel accommodation and AA cover. The rest is up to you! |
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To take part we ask that you raise a minimum sponsorship of £1,500* for Martha by 31 August 2010. |
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ENTRY FORM AND £400 DEPOSIT REQUIRED BY 30 JUNE 2010. |
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Further info and fundraising pack call Serita Boxall at Martha Trust on 07876 246181 or email seritaboxall@marthatrust.org.uk |
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*Including £400 deposit |
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