Monday 7 May 2012

Turning forty is hopping style

By Ryanne Smith

Life really does begin at forty
Cousins Becky Lehane and Emma Garrod are living proof that this really is true. After celebrating the big 4-0 the pair decided to embark on an epic trip from Sheffield to Peterborough this bank holiday weekend. 

Although the 75 mile trip may not seem like anything out of the ordinary, however there is an unexpected twist in this adventure. In order to reach their destination they will use 40 different modes or transport.

                          Mother of two Becky preparing herself 
The wacky means of travel ranges from a hopper and a pogo stick, to a tram and a tractor, they will travel over forty metres with each different form of transport from their imaginative and crazy list.

It will be a celebration the pair will never forget but also its a good opportunity to raise some money for a good cause. Friends, family, local organisations and businesses have been supportive and helpful in the bid to reach their destination.

Due to unforeseen circumstances they had to alter some means of travel after the fire at Sheffield Ski Village, the venue had offered to help supply a number of different modes of transport. Alternative arrangements were made at the last minute. 

Mrs Lehane and Mrs Garrod are raising money for ASSIST Sheffield. To sponser them visit http://www.justgiving.com/Rebecca-Lehane

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