Four Harrogate friends are to team up and cycle 1,573km on stationary bikes to raise money for charity after the death of two close friends.
Henry Bartle, Ollie Ward, Joe Braham and Jeremy Butterfield will collectively cycle the distance of Harrogate to Monaco within 24 hours in time for the Grand Prix.
The money will be raised in memory of James Hindmarsh and David Brown, who both passed away last year.
All four of the group will cycle at the same time on May 27 and will aim to complete 16km every hour, then will rest the remaining time of the hour.
Jeremy Butterfield, a close friend of James and David, said:
“Both James and Dave loved F1 so it was only right we all ‘travelled’ to the Monaco Grand Prix this year.
“James and Dave never gave up in their fights and we will continue their legacies to help others fight the challenges they are facing.
“Every cycle of the bike they will be with us (probably with a smile and a Peroni in hand). Forever in our hearts James & Dave, we love you and we will make it to Monaco together.”
James Hindmarsh (left) and David Brown (Right)
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James passed away from a rare form of cancer in 2021, whilst David lost his battle with covid last December.
Half of the funds raised from the bike ride will be donated to Leeds Hospitals Charity, who will allocate it to Leeds Cancer Centre.
Jeremy said:
“This was a centre that was very close to James’ heart. The money raised will go towards support and help for others fighting the same fight our best mate did so bravely.”
The other half of the funds will be donated to The David Brown Foundation.
Jeremy added:
“Dave was the most thoughtful, caring, gentle and humble human who did so much for children and teenagers across the district. We will follow on in Dave’s footsteps and support children’s education across the UK.”
Last year, the four friends took part in three marathons in three days, a ski tour and climbed the three peaks. They initially tried to raise the money for James’ treatment, but as he died they decided to donate the £33,275 to the Sarcoma charity.
The cycle will take place in the window of Rocca, Harrogate. You can donate to the #DOIT4JAMES&DAVID page here.
