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Friday 23 Sep 2022

Wayne’s World – Network Rail signaller cycles through Europe to raise funds for Rowcroft Hospice in Torquay

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Wales & Western: Western

| Wales & Western

For one week this September, Network Rail signaller Wayne Dixon, based in Exeter, will be swapping trains for two wheels as he takes up the challenge of a 359-mile sponsored cycle ride, raising money for Rowcroft Hospice in Torquay.

Wayne will be joined by his friend Garry Nightingale as the pair spend six days cycling across four countries, beginning in London on Saturday 24 September. From there, the route will take them to France, Holland and Belgium, ending in Ghent on Thursday 29 September.

Along the way, the cyclists hope to raise £500 for the hospice, which provides care to those with life limiting illnesses as well as to their families.

Wayne said: “I’ve been a cyclist for years, but a 2012 campaign amongst the Exeter signallers to cycle to work really furthered my interest in exploring the world on two wheels.

“Each year I embark on a fundraising ride with friends and this year is no different.

“We’re hoping that the funds we raise can really make a difference for the Rowcroft Hospice. The support they provided to a member of our railway family a few years ago really touched me, the work they do is invaluable.

“We hope that by the end of our ride, we’ll have reached or even exceeded our target – every donation helps us stay motivated on our journey, knowing how much the funds will mean to Rowcroft House.

“No matter what the roads and skies of Europe throw at us, we’ll keep turning those pedals, because it’s all for such a good cause.”

To keep up to date with Wayne’s adventure and for details of how to donate, click here: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/wayne-dixon11