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Dave Atkinson

Cycle 300 Miles in June

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I'm cycling 300 miles for Dementia UK

At the start of June I'm riding the Pauline Porter Populaire, from Chepstow to Anglesey and back again. It's nearly 400 miles over three days, with an Everest's worth of climbing along the way. Since Dementia UK is running a cycling fundraiser this June I thought it was an excellent fit and a chance to make a difference, rather than just ride a long way.

My lovely mum Bette was diagnosed with Alzheimer's in 2021 and is gradually deteriorating. She's in a home now, and still happy in herself, but that's not everyone's experience, and Dementia UK is on the frontline helping to ensure no family faces dementia alone. £33 could fund a new dementia specialist Admiral Nurse to spend an hour helping a family in the community, offering practical solutions and emotional support to cope with their loved one’s distressed behaviour. Just £8 can cover the telephone costs for two families seeking support through Dementia UK's free Helpline.

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We made it!

Monday 9th Jun
@roadccdave

Done and done. 216km day 3. lovely job. #cycling #cyclinglife #audax

♬ clint eastwood - ·:*¨༺ ♱✮♱ ༻¨*:·

Day 3 is go!

Sunday 8th Jun
@roadccdave

Time for day 3! #audax #cyclinglife #cycling

♬ original sound - wav3ydave

Day 2 is a wrap!

Sunday 8th Jun
@roadccdave

Day 2 complete! 205km. back to Chepstow tomorrow. #cycling #cyclinglife #audax

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Day 2 begins!

Saturday 7th Jun
@roadccdave

Day 2. another 200km to do. it's damp out. #cycling #cyclinglife #audax

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Day 1 done!

Friday 6th Jun
@roadccdave

Day 1 done! 213km in 13h #cycling #cyclinglife #audax

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We're off!

Friday 6th Jun
@roadccdave

#cycling

♬ original sound - wav3ydave

Thank you lovely folks

Monday 2nd Jun
A big heartfelt thanks to everyone who's chipped in, I've had to up the target. Here's mum being the greatest granny in happier times :-)

Here's the route!

Monday 2nd Jun
DAY 1
Heading north into the Usk Valley then up and over the Black Mountains to Honey Cafe. Follow the Wye Valley, on the old Mid-Wales Railway track bed in places, then utilise parts of the old A470 to Rhayader and then to Llandidloes on quieter roads.

The fun begins up to Llyn Clywedog reservoir on the west side and over the Machynlleth Mountain Road with views of Cadair Idris on the horizon; perhaps one of the best roads in the UK. Cross the Dyfi into Snowdonia and stick to the estuary & coast going through Aberdyfi & Tywyn to get to Kings YHA .
Distance: 225km
Climb: 3686m

DAY 2
Head to Dolgellau and climb up to Llyn Trawsfynydd on quiet roads for a fast descent on the main road to the first control at Tan-y-Bwlch Station Tea Rooms on the Ffestiniog Railway.

Through Beddgelert then pass west of Snowdon to Rhyd Ddu and on to Menai Bridge for the second control. Come back over Pen y Pass from the north before back to Beddgelert. Then along the coast past Harlech Castle and over Barmouth Bridge to Kings YHA for the second night.
Distance: 173km
Climb: 2934m

DAY 3
Heading back up the hill to once again see Cadair Idris’ peak and towards Cross Foxes. Follow the NCN over to Dyfi Forest and valley before up and over into the Carno. Pass through Newtown then up and over into the quiet Teme Valley to Knighton.

Head south keeping within Wales to Hay on Wye and Gospel Pass, Wales’ highest paved road with its stunning views across the Wye Valley! Descend into Llanthony Valley, and Treats for a well-earned cake.

The final leg awaits to Monmouth and the Wye Valley once more; finishing off by passing Tintern Abbey then back to the Arrivée.
Distance: 221km
Climb: 3925m

Thank you to my Sponsors

£70

Will Pomeroy

£66

Anonymous

Ride hard, ride violent Big Dave xx

£66

Sam Reeve

Dave, wishing you strong legs and what every cyclist craves, in addition to chocolate cake, a back and out tail wind.

£50

Miriam Silver

A good cause to pick, and a lovely mum to be inspired by.

£50

Ian Bleakley

£50

Jez & Fernanda

Enjoy - great cause xx

£50

Andrew And Suzanne Stammers

Keep pedalling Dave -amazing effort and achievement .

£33

Kevin C

Enjoy the ride and hope you get a tailwind in both directions.

£33

Dan Jones

Chapeau 👏

£33

Vonnie

Bless you xx

£33

Liza And Mike

Well done Dave!

£33

Chris & Alex

Go for it Dave… but not too fast!

£33

Claire Morrish

Keep going, you can do it xx

£20

Lucy Day

£20

Andrew Freear

Go Dave!!

£20

Ashley Pearson

way to go!

£20

Victor Alway

£20

The Fletchers

Can you make a quick detour and call in?

£19

Rosses

Pedal power!

£19

Julie Wykes

Well done Dave - such a worthy cause

£10

Jon Hunt

Chapeau Dave! Love Jon c

£10

Lisa P

Good luck and great cause.

£10

Jeff Lockwood

£10

Lucy Hall

What an amazing thing to do for such a worthy cause. Loads of love from the Halls x

£10

Kev And Binky

Hope at least some of the journey is fun!

£10

Pete

Ride on!

£10

Dave Atkinson

£8

Patrick D

Go well, hope the Welsh sun shines

£5

Jon Roach Off Of That Mastodon

Best of luck Dave, wishing you dry weather and continuous tailwinds.