Last night I received my sixth postcard from End to End after recording 500 miles of my trip from John O’Groats to Land’s End. I have copied the text in the email below so that my readers can follow the story of my trip. I have also linked this paragraph to the End to End website which I encourage everyone to look at. As I continue to chip away at my virtual journey down Britain, I also wonder if I can count on your support and encouragement by sponsoring me. My JustGiving page is linked to at the bottom of this page.

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You’ve done 500 miles! That’s amazing! 

Wigan ahead, it’s not just about pies. Famous Wigan food products include Heinz baked beans, Pataks Indian foods, Potters herbal remedies, Uncle Joe’s Mint Balls, and De Roma ice cream.

Hungry yet??

After Wigan you’ll go through Warrington, the town was founded by the Romans at an important crossing place on the River Mersey. A new settlement was established by the Saxons. By the Middle Ages, Warrington had emerged as a market town at the lowest bridging point of the river. A local tradition of textile and tool production dates from this time.

The glitzy Golden Gates at the town hall were originally designed for Sandringham Palace, but were rejected by Queen Victoria who was not amused to see them displayed next to a statue of Oliver Cromwell, who signed the death warrant of her predecessor, Charles I.

Unless you puke, faint or die, keep going!!

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I will carry on cycling and see where I end up next. In the meantime you can sponsor me on my trek from John O’Groats to Lands End in aid of Ataxia UK by clicking here.