A month of pedalling – cycle challenge of 300 miles for charity

Former George Ward School student, Gemma McNair, will cycle 300 miles throughout September for Cancer Research UK, in memory of Whitley resident, Christopher Bainton, who died in March.  

Gemma, who now lives in Hampshire, will return to Melksham where her family are based, to complete the challenge. 

Gemma explained that Christopher was a close  friend of her mother. She said, “Christopher meant a lot to the family. I also previously suffered from cancer and I am grateful for the treatment I received, but unfortunately, for Christopher, he passed away halfway through chemotherapy.”

Gemma went on to speak about the cycle challenge, “My partner and I enjoy cycling, but it will still be a challenge though. I will do the cycling in chunks and start towards the beginning of the month.” 

Gemma will be taking part in The Five Valleys cycle in Wales, which will gather her 54 miles towards the total for next month. 

The money raised will go to Cancer Research UK to continue and improve the life-saving research. To donate to Gemma’s fundraising page, visit: https:// fundraise.cancerresearchuk. org/page/gemmas-cycle-300-fundraising-page-4