Freshfields Animal Rescue is delighted to announce the launch of their Rescue to Rescue Cycle Challenge. The yearlong campaign that aims to raise much needed funds for the Merseyside based rescue centre sees teams join together to complete the 120 mile distance, between the Liverpool rescue and their other centre in Caernarfon.

To start with a bang Freshfields will launch the challenge on Saturday, 27th January at Liverpool One, where teams including one made up of stars from Channel 4 show Hollyoaks, will try to set the best possible time for others to beat. Fans of the show can show their support by visiting and leaving a donation for animals waiting for the right home.

Fundraising Manager, John Rullo said “The Cycle Challenge is symbolic of the link that connects our centres. The distance of 120 miles may be great, but with teamwork nothing is insurmountable. It’s a ‘virtual’ challenge, so we will be undertaken in the comfortable surroundings of Liverpool One, avoiding the mud and the rain on the open road. Thanks to the kindness of The Gym Group, we’ll be riding the high-quality exercise bikes which we hope will make the miles all the easier.”

The launch event is just the beginning – supporters can come along on the day, see how it’s done, and with our help, be inspired to set up their own teams in workplaces, supermarkets, outdoor events and other busy locations throughout the year.

Scores, times and the money raised will be published in a Cycle Challenge League Table, posted on social media platforms and updated throughout the year. Freshfields are hoping to encourage friendly rivalries as each team aims to beat the leading score.

One of the four teams kicking off the event will be the Hollyoaks Team. Daisy Wood-Davis, star of Hollyoaks and Freshfields Ambassador, said:

‘I have very little experience in long haul cycle rides but I jumped at the chance to help Freshfields raise money for their wonderful rescue centre. I've got to know the staff and the animals over the last six months and the work they do is just tremendous. This is a real rescue centre, who truly care and fall in love with all of their animals no matter how they got there or what they are. The fact that Freshfields looks after injured or sick wildlife, not just our furry home friends, really is the cherry on top for me. They need every donation they can get to reach their full potential and spread more kindness and health to the animals in the future, and this is a great way to support them’.


For more information please contact John Rullo on john@freshfields.org.uk or 07577 464820.
www.freshfields.org.uk