My Activity Tracking
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My target 220 mi
Please support my Ambitious About Autism Challenge!
On Sunday 22nd June 2025, I will be cycling 220 miles in a single day; starting in Manchester and finishing in London. Although I am a keen cyclist, this is more than twice as far as I have ever cycled before in one day. But Ambitious about Autism is fantastic cause, which is very close to my heart:
My youngest son is autistic and the advice, resources, information, guidance and support we've had from this charity has been invaluable and always at a time when it is most needed.
Ambitious about Autism is the national charity standing with autistic children and young people, guiding them in the world as they grow into adults. They champion rights, campaign for change and create opportunities for autistic young people and their families.
Please help me raise as much as we can so that they can help many more people in the future.
My Achievements

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Received 10 donations

25% fundraising target

50% fundraising target

Fundraising target reached

50% distance target reached

Challenge complete!
My Updates

The Why
Friday 7th FebAmbitious About Autism is a charity that has helped me a lot. It became clear quite late on that my son was autistic as he slipped through the net at primary school. This meant that we all had a lot of catching up to do. In fact, we are still playing catch up. The resources and information on their website helped me understand Autism in a practical way that helps me help my son. They have also helped him. Having now experienced ‘the system’ first hand, I am acutely aware of the importance of providing support, education, and opportunities for autistic young people to help them thrive in a world that often seems rigged against them.
This charity not only works to raise awareness about autism but also ensures that those it is involved with receive the tailored education and resources they need. Their innovative programs and schools, such as TreeHouse School and The Rise School, demonstrate their commitment to creating an inclusive environment where every child can succeed.
Ambitious About Autism's are also vocal advocates, influencing policy changes and improving public understanding of autism. By empowering young people with autism to voice their experiences and aspirations they aim to foster a society that values and respects neurodiversity. By sponsoring me and supporting this charity you are contributing to a future where individuals with autism are not restricted by societal barriers, but are celebrated for their strengths and perspectives.
ShareThank you to my Sponsors

£100
Caroline Waddington

£100
Peter Lewis
Good luck Ed, I'm sure you will smash it and fingers crossed for the wind behind you!

£53
Michelle Mcbarrons
Go on Ed!!!! You’ve got this!!! Just the last few quid to get you to your goal 💝

£50
Rob Moore
Go for it Ed!

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Charles Sykes
All the best Ed!!! Sounds like a great cause.

£30
Ben Hanrath
What a wonderful cause and crazy challenge Ed! Good luck!

£30
Jonathan Dale
Good luck Ed. Amazing cause and effort!

£30
Anne K
You are crazy brave!!! That a long way to go in one day.

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Tom Mccormack
Easy peasy Ed - it's all downhill! ;-)

£25
Jitesh Mistry
Good Luck Ed, I'm sure you'll do it!

£25
Tim Jackson

£25
Josh Morrison
Great cause; best of luck with the event!

£25
Dave Kelly
Good Luck!

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Anonymous

£25
Isobel Y
All the best Ed!

£22
Dave Amey
10p a Mile! 😉 Doesn't feel very generous. Hopefully will help a little on the climbs!?!

£20
Chris Flook
Good luck Ed

£20
James Barker
This is bonkers. Best of luck!!!

£20
Jared Whitehouse

£20
Dom Horrill
Good luck

£20
Nigel
Wishing you strong tailwinds and fair weather on the ride Ed. Hope it goes well

£20
Rob Osipiuk
Good luck Ed! You'll smash it and it's such an amazing cause!

£20
Katie Hancock

£20
Brian Simpson
Good Luck mate. Sounds horrendous but I'm sure you'll smash it.

£20
Fabienne
Go Ed!! We are all very proud of you!

£20
James Frew
Good luck Ed!!

£20
Adam George
Good luck!!

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Hester Millsop
Keep peddling! We hope it goes really well on the day and well done with all the training too… lots of hard work. The Millsop mob

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Moloney's
Very best of luck Ed for such a good cause, well done

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Kelly
Best of luck!

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Charlotte Wright
Good Luck Ed!! Very inspirational - what a challenge!

£10
Lara Crowley
That's some challenge. Good luck Ed!

£10
Hannah Griffiths
This is wild, but best of luck!

£10
Diane Hawkins
Good Luck Ed!

£10
Claudia Gale
Amazing cause, good luck Ed!

£10
Simon Bishop

£10
Jonathan Wain

£10
Jo Mitchell
Good luck!

£10
Natasha Moseley
Good luck Ed!

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Ellie
Amazing! ! Good luck x

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James Haestier
enjoy!

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Sarah Keating
I think you might need a new pair of legs after that Ed! Best of luck! Sarah K

£10
Vicky Thomas

£10
Joella Hocken

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Anita Baker
Good luck Ed!

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Gemma Martin
Good luck Ed!

£5
Good luck and what a great cause. Well done!