15/10/2026
On the 28th October a group of incredible individuals are cycling over 350km from Vietnam to Cambodia, raising vital funds for Halton Haven Hospice through our overseas challenge! Over the next few weeks we will be introducing you to the team - up first is Karen!
“I’ve run marathons, taken on Tough Mudder and conquered obstacle courses, but this is a whole new level for me!”
"I’m Karen, and I work in fundraising at Halton Haven Hospice. After years of working in hospices, I know first-hand just how vital fundraising is in making sure hospice care can continue to support local families when they need it most.
So, when the opportunity came up to take on the biking challenge of my life, I knew I had to say yes!
The funny thing is… I’m not a cyclist! But that’s exactly why I wanted to do it. I wanted to push myself completely out of my comfort zone, take on something I’ve never done before and see what I’m capable of.
I’ve been cycling 40+ miles a week to prepare, and it’s been hard work. But from 28th October to 7th November, the real challenge begins: 350km of cycling, across two countries, day after day.
I’ve never been to this part of the world before, so what an incredible package an amazing adventure, a huge personal challenge and, most importantly, the chance to raise vital funds for Halton Haven Hospice.
I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t nervous… but now it’s getting closer, that nervousness is turning into excitement!"
Thank you so much Karen for joining our Vietnam to Cambodia cycling challenge and helping to add life to days through your fundraising. 💜
