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Bike Ride Starter for Four Girls Taking on 24 Peaks

February 11, 2014 by Andover Town

Four friends from Andover have cycled for 12 hours to raise money towards their biggest challenge yet – to raise £4,000 by climbing 24 peaks in 24 hours.

Lucilia Holder and Carly Fulford, who are both 37, 31-year-old Eleni Readman and 50-year-old Verity Brooker, took part in the challenge on a stationary exercise bike in reception at Andover Leisure Centre, and raised £361 towards their fundraising target.

But ride is just the starter. The main challenge is yet to come.

4 Girls 24 Peaks Bike Challenge
Three of the team – Lucilia Holder, Verity Brooker and Eleni Readman

In June, the friends will descend on the Lake District to climb 24 peaks in 24 hours and raise more money for the Institute of Cancer Research.

Lucilia, a fitness instructor at Andover Leisure Centre, said: “It’s a charity that’s very close to all of us. We have all known and loved someone that’s been affected by cancer, and we’d like to help put a stop to it.”

During the exhausting challenge, the women will scale 14 peaks the first day and 10 the next.

“Thinking about it frightens me!” said Lucilia. “But it will be a great story to tell the grandkids, and I can add to my medal collection.”

The friends are training at Andover Leisure Centre’s gym, and have been set a programme to help them build up their stamina and endurance for the long challenge.

Teri Wilson, fitness and studio co-ordinator at the leisure centre, said: “We’re very proud of what women are doing and the challenge they’ve taken on. They’ve been training well, and I’m sure they’ll reach their amazing target.”

The four friends are also taking part in training walks around Andover to prepare them for the climb.

People can support the £4,000 fundraising target by sponsoring the group on the Virgin Money Giving web site. To find the girls’ page click here or just search for Eleni on the site.

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