JiggleJOGLE cyclists due in Audlem

Regular readers will know that the three cyclists involved in the JiggleJOGLE cycle ride from John O'Groats to Lands End are due to pass through Audlem today.

Many in Audlem will fondly remember John Crompton, who was heavily involved with the Methodist Church and directed several of the popular musical productions which take place there each year.

In April 2007, John died very suddenly from a rare form of Leukaemia. Three years on, his two sons Ben and Barnaby, along with Ben's girlfriend Emily have set out to raise money for Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research in their Father's memory.

Their three week challenge has been to cycle from John O'Groats to Land's End, a truly amazing feat which began at John O'Groats on 26th July where they were sent on their way live on the Chris Evans BBC Radio 2 morning show.

The event named JiggleJogle ('jogle' standing for John O'Groats to Land's End!) has its own website where you can follow the intrepid trio as they make their way down the length of the country. www.jiggleJOGLE.co.uk" rel="nofollow">www.jiggleJOGLE.co.uk

If all goes to plan, Ben, Barnaby and Emily will arrive in Audlem today, 8th August, where there will be a 'meet the cyclist day' at Audlem Methodist Church with refreshments and a Leukaemia Research stall. Ben asked Audlem Online to thank all the individuals and groups, including Audlem Cyclesport who have been so helpful and generous towards their cause.

They've had some tough days, including the climb over the Kirkstone Pass in the Lake District and Friday's ride from Preston to Chester which involved repairing six punctures.

Audlem Online would like to congratulate the trio on all they have achieved so far and wish them all the best for the tough journey ahead. If you would like to support their commendable effort to raise money for such an important charity, please visit their JustGiving page by clicking here" rel="nofollow">clicking here.

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