Pedal power with purpose
Four colleagues from the glazing industry, Leigh Greenwood, Ashley Parkinson, Chris Wann, and Gareth Turner have completed a 966-mile cycle from Land’s End to John o’ Groats. Dubbed the Handlebar Heroes, the team raised an impressive £22,947.08, split equally between Cancer Research UK and Andy’s Man Club.
What began as a personal mission is said to have quickly become an industry-wide cause, with Made for Trade leading the charge as title sponsor. Backed by industry names like Maco, Hyde Die Castings, Clayton Glass, Morley Glass, GFD Homes, and National Plastics, the team harnessed their business network to amplify awareness and donations.
“Both causes are very close to us and in desperate need of funding,” explained Leigh Greenwood. Ashley Parkinson added: “They don’t just run by themselves; funding is vital.”
The team, which was presented with certificates from Cancer Research UK’s CEO, Michelle Mitchell and heartfelt thanks from both charities, has already hinted at a bigger challenge for the future.
Leigh and the team have also extended a heartfelt thanks to all those who made the charity challenge possible.
