Cyclist Embarks on 1200-Mile Journey for Suicide Prevention Charity

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A Shetland-based council leader, Neil Beattie, will embark on a remarkable 1200-mile cycle from Lerwick to Selkirk and back, raising money for the Samaritans charity along the way. The charity's mission to reduce deaths by suicide in Scotland resonates deeply with Neil, whose mother dedicated years as a volunteer and regional director for Samaritans Scotland. The journey will take approximately two weeks, with over 30,000 feet of ascent, and Neil aims to raise £2,500 for the charity. He has already raised over £700 and will be met by Samaritans volunteers in various towns along the route.

Key Takeaways:

  • Neil Beattie, a council leader from Shetland, will cycle 1200 miles from Lerwick to Selkirk and back to raise money for Samaritans charity.
  • The journey will take approximately two weeks and feature over 30,000 feet of ascent.
  • Neil's motivation stems from his mother's dedication to Samaritans Scotland as a volunteer and regional director.
  • Neil has already raised over £700 towards his £2,500 target and will be met by Samaritans volunteers throughout his route.
  • Neil has completed charity bike rides in Vietnam and the Land's End to John O'Groats challenge.
  • The charity's mission is to reduce deaths by suicide in Scotland.
  • The donation link for Neil's journey is available on the Samaritans Community website.

Statistics:

  • Distance of the cycle: 1200 miles
  • Duration of the journey: approximately two weeks
  • Height gain: over 30,000 feet
  • Amount already raised: £700
  • Target amount: £2,500
  • Date of the start of the journey: July 23

Sources:

  • [Reference: EntityType: Person; Title: Council Team Leader; Surname: Beattie; First Name: Neil; Date: July 23]
  • [Reference: EntityType: Organization; Name: Samaritans; Sub Name: Scotland; Date:]
  • [Reference: EntityType: Organization; Name: Samaritans; Link: https://samaritanscommunity.enthuse.com/pf/neil-beattie]