A WRENBURY man celebrated at the edge of Britain after completing a gruelling four day cycling relay from Land’s End to John O’Groats to raise funds for Parkinson's UK.

Josh Walker undertook the challenge for his mum, Caroline Walker, 62, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s 10 years ago.

The 36-year-old was part of a team that completed the 850 mile non-stop relay in 70.5 hours.

“We mainly rode in pairs during the challenge with at least one bike always on the road,” explained Josh.

“There were some tough climbs, gruelling rides in the middle of the night but also a good team spirit which kept us going. So far we've raised just under £5,000 which is fantastic.”

The format of the relay saw each cyclist cycle for two hours and have four hours off. The seven cyclists were Josh, Mark Willey, 40, Mark Ryan, 42, Jack Tavernor, 33, Simon Lane, 37, Ian Napper, 36, and Sam Lowe, 30. When not cycling, they travelled in a van driven by Josh’s brother, Tom Walker, and friend Oliver Caunce.

Paul Jackson-Clark, director of fundraising at Parkinson’s UK, said: “I’d like to say a big thank you and congratulations to Josh and his friends for taking on such a gruelling challenge for us. Cycling from Land’s End to John O’Groats is a huge undertaking.

“As well as helping to raise vital funds, the team have helped to raise awareness of Parkinson’s. I hope Josh’s story will inspire other to get on their bikes and take part in a cycling event for us in the future.”

The team have already raised over £5,000. To sponsor them, visit their online giving page at: www.justgiving.com/thebiglejog/

For further information on Parkinson’s UK’s cycling events that take place across the UK, visit: www.parkinsons.org.uk/cycling