A team from Avon Fire & Rescue Service will be at the SouthGate shopping centre in Bath this Saturday, 27th July, aiming to run and cycle an epic distance on treadmills and static bikes for charity.
Jess and Matt Parsons with their children and the fundraising team | Photo © Paul Gillis
Organised by firefighters from Blue Watch Bath, the crew are aiming to complete a total of 1,000 miles between 8am and 5pm.
Four firefighters will also be running a full marathon in fire kit on treadmills.
Firefighter Matt Parson’s wife Jessica was diagnosed with breast cancer aged 36.
He said: “We’re taking on this challenge to Ride Against Cancer in support of all those who have and will experience this cruel disease.”
Through collaborative partnerships, cutting-edge research, and a multidisciplinary approach, the charity Cancer Research UK drives groundbreaking discoveries in prevention, early detection, treatment, and care.
Watch Manager Rich Wheeler, who is one of those taking part, said: “This is going to be a tough challenge, but we’re all really excited to take it on and raise some important funds for a great cause.
“We want to support the incredible work of Cancer Research UK, and if you are able to make a donation, it would be greatly appreciated.”
You can follow the team’s progress on the firefighters’ Twitter and Instagram pages and make a donation here.
