Mon’s Festive 500: Supporting RNLI and Herne Hill Velodrome

On 27th December I will set off on a 500km ride, raising money for the RNLI and Herne Hill Velodrome. That’s 1,112 laps of the velodrome in under 28 hours. It’s going to be a long, wintry night…

Why the RNLI

I’m raising money for the RNLI in memory of Lesley Clark, my partner Aiden’s mam (mum for the southerners). She was an old punk, a ska kid and part of the Northern Soul scene. She was a mental health nurse, and scuba diving was her life outside of work. This year marks 20 years since she passed away in a scuba diving accident at St Mary's Lighthouse in the North East - where the RNLI from Cullercoats were involved in the rescue of her and her diving friends.Now more than ever, the RNLI needs our support. It is a volunteer-run charity that saves lives at sea, no matter the circumstances.

Why the HHV

My second charity, and the stage for this challenge, is the Herne Hill Velodrome. It’s a special place for me. Growing up, I truly hated and avoided any form of physical activity, and it was HHV where I discovered my love of cycling. Over the last 14 years HHV helped me build the skills and confidence to pursue all of my cycling adventures, and for that I will be forever grateful.

My target is £1000, split equally between both charities. Any support will be greatly appreciated! 

Thanks so much!

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The Friends of Herne Hill Velodrome (FHHV) is an inclusive club and welcomes people of all ages and ability. We are based at the historic, outdoor velodrome in Herne Hill. Our primary purpose is to support the Herne Hill Velodrome through raising and providing funds , organising social events and volunteering. We have over 400 members.

As you would expect the focus is track cycling but there is also is also plenty of participation on and off road. In the coming months we plan to introduce group rides.

We have a thriving social scene with plenty of opportunities to meet and hang out at Jan’s Café in the Herne Hill Velodrome Pavilion after sessions and at other events throughout the year. Everyone is welcome.