TWO well-known Redditch-based businesses have helped raise tens of thousands of pounds for children with life-threatening illnesses by completing a gruelling three-day charity cycle ride.
Team Oakland and Friends - a joint team from Oakland International and Attwell Farm Park - joined around 40 riders on the Molly Ollys cycle challenge, covering 286km in soaring temperatures to support the Warwickshire charity, which helps children and families facing serious illness.
The route took cyclists from Porthmadog to Wrexham (104km) on day one, then on to Kidderminster (120km) on day two, before a final 62km stretch to Shrewley, where they were met by cheering family, friends and supporters at the finish line.
Team Oakland and Friends have already raised more than £8,000, with donations still coming in, while the wider event total has passed £45,000.
Dale Attwell, managing director of Attwell Farm Park, said: “At Attwell Farm Park, supporting families and our local community is at the heart of everything we do, so being part of this challenge was an easy decision.
"Every rider gave absolutely everything over the three days, and we couldn't be prouder of what the team has achieved together.
"To see so many people come together to support Molly Ollys and help make a real difference to children and their families has been truly inspiring.”
Donations to support the team’s effort remain open at: www.justgiving.com/page/oakland?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=LI.
Samuel Attwell praised everyone who donated or encouraged the team, saying every pound raised helps Molly Ollys continue its vital work, from granting wishes to providing therapeutic resources and emotional support to families.
Molly Ollys was founded in 2011 by Rachel and Tim Ollerenshaw in memory of their daughter Molly, and now supports children with life-threatening and life-limiting illnesses across the region.
Rachel Ollerenshaw said Team Oakland and Friends' riders had 'turned out in force and smashed it' and thanked them for their 'unflinching support' and understanding of how important fundraising is for families living with serious illness.
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