As many of you know, I like long distance walking. For many years, I thought that if the opportunity arose to walk in the footsteps of the brave souls who escaped over the Pyrenees in World War Two, I would love to attempt it.
This year I have the opportunity to do this and raise money for the Army Benevolent Fund.
I'm taking part in the Frontline Walk: The Pyrenees. I'll be trekking over the Pyrenees, reaching an ascent of 2367m, following the escape route used by Jewish refugees and allied servicemen during World War Two.
I'll be doing this to commemorate the sacrifices and bravery of these individuals in their fight for freedom, whilst helping to support the soldiers and veterans of today.
The Army Benevolent Fund is the National Charity of the British Army. They support soldiers, veterans and their families when they need it most.
Please cheer me on, in this physically tough challenge (I am not getting any younger you know!) by making a donation towards my £5,000 target.
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My Updates
Training Walk 16 miles 16kg
Running, Walking, Rowing
Happy Friday!
Running and Rowing
Training is going well. Last week I rowed 4 sessions on the Thames and one ergo. Improving slowly (from a low level!!).
Training and Fundraising
Training continues with a tough ten mile trail run last weekend. 11 miles of trail running so far this week plus a half hour, a session on the ergo and a session rowing on the Thames. Longer run tomorrow.
Hotels and flights booked
The hotels and flights are booked!For the Frontline Walk through the Pyrenees I have teamed up with an old friend.
We have booked and paid for our flights and hotels.
Here’s a couple of photos of me before doing a very hot 10km in Cookham last weekend.
Have a great Bank Holiday weekend in the UK and a great weekend elsewhere.
In honour of...
I just sponsored myself and did not get the chance to add why.
Six miles
Six miles run this morning. Locked myself out!Solved that problem and getting fitter.
Update 15 April 2024
Training going well.Thank you to my Sponsors
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Roger J Cairns
£205
Paul Zrimsek
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Alex Embiricos
To mark their wedding Richard and Liz have suggested we make a donation to the ABF which we are pleased to do. Good luck Nigel and many congratulations Richard and Liz
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Stephane Clerc
Dear Nigel, looking forward to seeing you tomorrow. Claudia and Steph
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Catherine Fennell
By way of a personal thank you for all your help recently. :-) Good luck on the exped'.
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Amanda Robinson
Good luck!!!!
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The Gordon Family
Great challenge for a great cause.
£100
Long Suffering Wife
Enjoy Darling!!!!!!
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Ken Webb
£100
Angela Taylor
All the Best. Top effort.
£100
Phil And Liz Munnery
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Liz Morgan
£51.25
Gaby Omeara
An epic journey. A brilliant cause.
£51.25
Mark Tomlinson
Good luck mate
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Paul Lucas
All best wishes for the walk.
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Patrick
Very best wishes
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Alan Brown
Bravo Nigel! Good luck , keep us posted
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Spencer Mannings
Thanks Nige, you know what this means for those helped by the ABF!
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Holly Young
Go for it, Nigel! You got this...
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Duncan Capps
Good luck Nigel
£51.25
Matt Sellors - Intuity Solutions
Good luck!
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Chris Frampton
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Vivien Neville
An interesting challenge. The views will be spectacular, the effort demanding and you'll have precious memories for life. ¡Buena suerte! et bon courage. Viv
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Suzie
Well done Nigel
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Saul Shanagher
£50
Ken Webb
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Al, Bea And Ted
All the very best of luck. We all hope you have a great time.
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Stu Butler
You mad bugger! I cycled the Col’s in 2011 and the views are spectacular. Good luck, great cause, fantastic challenge.
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Peter Darroch
Good luck Nigel!
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Kirsten Cairns
Good like Nige!!
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Lucy B
Good Luck Nigel! It is great to be in touch again! Enjoy the challenge and Garde Ta Foy, old friend 😊
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Andrew Hall
A good cause & a challenge - go well Nigel!
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Rosie Bolton
Good luck Nigel!
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Tracy W
Brilliant challe ge Nigel, good luck
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Paula Johnston
Good luck!
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Ian Carden
Well done Nigel, you're doing a great thing 👍
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Alisdair Thomson
Great challenge Nigel, something really worthwhile to get into shape for. Good luck in September
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Suzanne
Good luck I am sure you will smash it
£25.63
Nigel Cairns
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Neil And Jackie
In honour of Elizabeth and Richard tying the knot
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Victoria Dick
Good luck! Were it not in term time I would be very tempted to join you.
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Lisa W
Looks like an exciting challenge! Good luck!
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Peter Whitehead
Hi Nigel, all the very best in this endeavour.
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Warwick & Lorraine
Great cause Nigel good luck
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Nigel Cooper
Good luck Nigel.
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George Crozier
Good luck
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Linda Impey
Good luck —great to hear from you please do keep in touch.
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Justin Paul
Hi Nigel, sounds like a fantastic plan. You should get Pete Darroch to go with you. He's a man of leisure. I hope you'll be doing it disguised as an onion seller. BR, Justin
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Peter Leadbetter
Good luck with this one!
Good luck! You'll need a good pair of knees for the Pyrenees!