Pavers Amsterdame07
2nd June - 5th June 2007
Over 250 Miles in 4 days, from York to Amsterdam.......and back!!

Check out this amazing trip! It was a 252-mile, 4-day journey to raise much needed funds for Marie Curie Cancer Care.

This was the 2nd time we'd made the trip to Amsterdam and set off at 9am on Saturday 2nd June.

After the extraordinary 2006 event when we managed to raise over £5700 and attracted a dozen corporate sponsors we were hoping to make the 2007 all-female event even better! The team of riders set their own massive fundraising target of £10,000 - enough to pay for 2.5 weeks worth of Marie Curie Nursing care in the North East Region! To date they've managed over £9000 with more money still coming in!!

Take a look at photo's from the trip.

Read Rachel's trip report.

We were happy to annouce that Pavers Shoes decided to sponsor us by becoming the Amsterdame07 event sponsor. Pavers boast the largest online shoe store in Europe and have over 61 shops in the UK. Please help us to help them by visiting them online at www.shoe-shop.com.

We set off on Saturday 2nd June from York and headed to Hull, some 60 miles away where our overnight ferry to Rotterdam awaited. Once there, we checked-in, found our rooms, had a quick shower and got changed ready to go to the entertainment lounge and make fools of ourselves on the dancefloor.
We woke up on Sunday morning to find ourselves in beautiful Holland, where cyclists are treated like gods and car drivers actually give way to you no matter what! We rode up through the countryside, stopped for a quick lunch and a paddle in the lake at Valkenberg and then headed onwards to Amsterdam where we stayed in a hostel in the city centre so that the more curious of the riders could explore!
Monday morning saw the start of one of the most scenic days of the entire trip as we headed back to Rotterdam through the centre of Holland. We were amazed at the Windmills and canals as we passed through small towns and large cities before arriving back at the Ferry in time for our return journey. Once again, we got to boogie the night away, then collapsed in a heap with a beer in one hand and a plastic windmill in the other before being gently rocked to sleep in our cabins!
Tuesday morning and we were back in the Uk with an easy ride back to York and the finish line! We laughed at the people who swore that we wouldn't be able to make it and beamed at the awaiting family members and friends! We made some amazing friends on this trip and some are already asking if they can take part in Amsterslam2008!!!

The route was mainly traffic free - we trundled through countryside, amazing views and some fabulous towns and cities in Holland. This ride is suitable for riders of all levels. We only rode at the speed of the slowest rider so no-one had anything to worry about! We gave helping hands when required and as much encouragement as we thought was needed!

We wanted to smash the amount of money we raised in 2006 for this event and we were amazingly successful!!

Click here to see our justgiving page for this event.

A big thank you to the corporate sponsors for this event who donated bike spares, cycle clothing, goods that we could raffle off to raise money or simply donated some cash!

Logo	Description	Link
	Our event sponsors, Pavers boast the largest online shoe store in Europe and have over 61 shops in the UK.	http://www.shoe-shop.com/
	EMIS is the UK's leading IT supplier in primary healthcare, hosting over 39 million electronic patient records (EPRs) within its systems. Around 55 per cent of doctors in the UK currently use EMIS software each day.	http://www.emis-online.com/
	With over 600 bikes in stock and a massive range of accessories Drake’s one of the busiest bike shops in Leeds. As a family run business, our competitive pricing and focus on customer service keep customers returning to Drake’s for years.	http://www.drakescycles.co.uk/
	If you are looking for advice for a new business or seeking a new perspective on your existing business then Kaye Middleton & Co is a good place to go! They're ready to help in anyway they can and pride themselves on their strong local knowledge and reputation as one of the area's leading firms of Chartered Accountants. In addition they're supported by the technical expertise available as part of Harris Lacey and Swain.	http://www.kayemiddleton.co.uk/
	Apollo Medical Systems were formed in 2000 to provide innovative software and consultancy to the healthcare marketplace. They specialise in providing healthcare data management for the requirements of the modern day practice. They have operations in the UK, Holland and the Republic of Ireland.	http://www.apollo-medical.com/
	Hambleton Risk Management Limited has extensive international contracting and dispute resolution experience and has earned an enviable track record for identifying practical, imaginative and cost-effective solutions to major construction problems. They offer bespoke specialist commercial and risk management services to all sectors of the construction industry. Hambleton’s established and expanding client network includes prominent international developers, operators, law firms and consultants, as well as leading general and specialist contractors and suppliers.	http://www.hambletonpacific.com/
	Escrick Park Estate, Naturally yours. Providing perfect working, living and leisure environment. 01904 728252	http://www.escrick.com/
	LaserZone @ Xscape in Castleford (just off Junction 32 of the M62) have donated tickets so that we can raise money for this event. If you've never been to LaserZone before, or want to know more, check out their website!	http://www.laserzone.co.uk/
	Thanks to Newcastle Business School for supporting CharityAdventure.org.uk	http://www.newcastlebusiness school.co.uk/
	We'd like to thank Laura and Jess for raising £100 for rider sponsorship for this ride from all of the riders. It makes a big difference to everyone when we get this kind of support. Thanks guys!!!	http://www.myspace.com/auntywawa http://www.myspace.com/lilypink69
	Thanks to Palmers Landscapes, Nursery and Plants for supporting CharityAdventure.org.uk	http://www.palmersleeds.co.uk/
	Thanks to XKO Software Limited for giving their support to CharityAdventure.org.uk	http://www.xko.co.uk/
	Thanks to Autoview Systems for sponsoring the riders of CharityAdventure.org.uk	http://www.autoviewsystems.co.uk/
Your Company Logo Here!!!	Sponsor us by putting your company logo, tag line and a link here, starting from £20.	www.linktoyoursite.co.uk

Pavers Amsterdame07 2nd June - 5th June 2007 Over 250 Miles in 4 days, from York to Amsterdam.......and back!!

Pavers Amsterdame07
2nd June - 5th June 2007
Over 250 Miles in 4 days, from York to Amsterdam.......and back!!