Retired Teacher Completes 373-Mile Bike Ride for Cancer Charity

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A 75-year-old retired primary school teacher, Jean Quinn, has completed a 373-mile bike ride from Colchester to Devon for Prostate Cancer UK. The ride, which took place in late July, is a testament to Quinn's determination and love for cycling. As a volunteer with Sustrans, a charity that promotes cycling, walking, and wheeling, Quinn has been inspired by the community of cyclists and the scenic routes that Sustrans has helped to establish.

Key Takeaways:

  • Jean Quinn, a 75-year-old retired primary school teacher, completed a 373-mile bike ride from Colchester to Devon for Prostate Cancer UK.
  • Quinn was inspired to take on the challenge after hearing that four of her friends had been treated for prostate cancer.
  • As a volunteer with Sustrans, Quinn has been cycling for many years, including completing the Harwich to Hull route in 2017.
  • The bike ride was a great personal achievement for Quinn, who described it as "great fun," despite facing challenges from the Dorset hills.
  • Quinn was part of the Sustrans Milepost revamp in Brinkley Lane, which was re-painted by Sixth Form College students.
  • Quinn's fundraising page for Prostate Cancer UK can be found on justgiving.com/page/jean-quinn-7.

Statistics:

  • 373 miles: the distance covered by Quinn's bike ride from Colchester to Devon.
  • £1,630: the amount raised by Quinn for Prostate Cancer UK from her fundraising page.
  • 75: Quinn's age at the time of completing the bike ride.
  • 4: the number of Quinn's friends who have been treated for prostate cancer.
  • Late July: the month and year in which Quinn completed the bike ride.
  • 2017: the year Quinn completed the Harwich to Hull route.

Sources:

  • Original article: no date provided, but mentions Quinn completed the bike ride in late July.
  • Jean Quinn's fundraising page: justgiving.com/page/jean-quinn-7
  • Prostate Cancer UK: no date provided, but mentioned in the context of Quinn's fundraising efforts.
  • Sustrans: no date provided, but mentioned as a charity that Quinn volunteers with and promotes cycling, walking, and wheeling.