Plymouth College maths teacher, Dr Andy Norris, cycled the 859 mile journey from Lands End to John O’Groats to raise £1000 for St Luke’s Hospice.
Taking seven days and averaging 123 miles a day, Andy took on the challenge during the Easter break. Starting at dawn each day and cycling for over 10 hours on some occasions, Andy stayed at B&Bs and with friends and family as he made his way up the country.
On day five his team mate, Martin, had to pull out because of severe knee pains, which he’d already endured for a day and a half. It was the right decision as the Highlands brought big hills, head winds and rain. A puncture and seized bike pump nearly left Andy stranded but after knocking on several doors, the loan of a 50-year-old bike pump did the job.
Andy made it to John O’Groats at midday on Friday 10th April. Just over two weeks later he completed the London Marathon in under three hours!
