Actor Charles Dale Embarks on Charity Motorcycle Ride Across England and Wales

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Charles Dale, a former Coronation Street actor, has set off on a month-long motorcycle ride across England and Wales to raise awareness and funds for the charities Brain Tumour Research and Headway -- the brain injury association. The ride, dubbed 'Shaun's TT 100', is a tribute to his best friend Shaun Griffiths, who tragically died at the age of 63 after suffering a brain injury in a household accident. Charles aims to visit 100 motorcycle cafes across Wales and England in 30 days, raising money for the charities and honouring his friend's memory.

Key Takeaways:

  • Charles Dale, a former Coronation Street actor, is embarking on a month-long charity motorcycle ride, 'Shaun's TT 100', to raise awareness and funds for Brain Tumour Research and Headway.
  • The ride is a tribute to his best friend Shaun Griffiths, who died at the age of 63 after suffering a brain injury in a household accident.
  • Charles aims to visit 100 motorcycle cafes across Wales and England in 30 days, raising money for the charities and honouring his friend's memory.
  • He will be joined by famous faces along the way as part of the challenge.
  • Charles was announced as Ambassador for Brain Tumour Research, following his close friendship with Coronation Street star Bill Tarmey and acquaintance with writer, poet, and musician Benjamin Zephaniah, who both lost loved ones to brain tumours.
  • Brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer, yet only 1% of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to this devastating disease since records began in 2022.
  • Charles will visit various locations, including Northumberland, Sunderland, and County Durham, as part of the ride.
  • Donations can be made through a specific link.
  • Charles has been a huge support to the charity, playing a key role in some of their biggest campaigns, including Shine A Light and Wear A Hat Day during Brain Tumour Awareness Month.

Statistics:

  • Charles Dale will ride for 30 days, visiting 100 motorcycle cafes across Wales and England.
  • Brain tumours kill more children and adults under the age of 40 than any other cancer.
  • Only 1% of the national spend on cancer research has been allocated to brain tumours since records began in 2022.
  • Charles has been supporting Brain Tumour Research through campaigns such as Shine A Light and Wear A Hat Day.
  • One in three people knows someone affected by a brain tumour.

Sources:

  • Headway