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UEL cyclists back in the saddle for charity Bikeathon challenge

Wednesday 16 July 2008

Spirited staff from the University of East London (UEL) have raised hundreds of pounds for Leukaemia Research after taking part in the London Bikeathon – the capital’s biggest charity bike ride, held on Sunday July 13.

In total, seventeen UEL staff completed the challenge, trekking city streets past sights including Thames Barrier Park, St Paul's Cathedral, the London Eye, Richmond Park and the Royal Chelsea Hospital. Between them, the energetic team clocked up over 520 miles.

Greg Price, Senior HR Manager at UEL, said: “This is the second year we’ve taken part in the Bikeathon and it’s been great to get back in the saddle. The camaraderie amongst the thousands of participants is really something special.

“Last year we were delighted to raise around £2000 for Leukaemia Research. With the support of generous friends, colleagues and family, we’re now well on our way to reaching that target again.”

The full UEL team consisted of Jan Bernet, James Hiew, Mike Moore, Kevin Pearch, Paul Kernaghan, Rosalynd Milroy, Lee Morris, Toby Grainger, Del Basi, Ted O'Donnell, David Douglas, Max Douglas, Greg Price, Mike Raddie, Bernie Englefield, Rohan Alexander, and Hadleigh Bayley.

To support the team’s efforts, please visit their fundraising website, www.justgiving.com/uel2008.

For details and pictures contact Daniel Cherry: 020 8223 2194

Notes to Editors

The University of East London (UEL) is a global learning community with over 28,000 students from over 120 countries world-wide. Our vision is to achieve recognition, both nationally and internationally, as a successful and inclusive regional university proud of its diversity, committed to new modes of learning which focus on students and enhance their employability, and renowned for our contribution to social, cultural and economic development, especially through our research and scholarship. We have a strong track-record in widening participation and working with industry.

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