A TEAM of dedicated fundraisers have raised more than £11,500 by cycling from John O’Groats to Lands End for the Ameila Mae Foundation.

Trustee for the charity Andy Bowie led the team of six to raise cash for the foundation on June 7.

In September 2012 Amelia-Mae Davies was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma, a rare form of cancer that effects about 100 children per year in the UK.

The Globe backed a campaign by the family to raise £250,000 to take the youngster to America to try ground breaking treatment.

Unfortunately before enough cash could be raised Amelia-Mae passed away in July 2013.

Since Ameila-Mae's passing the charity continues to support supports families affected by Neuroblastoma.

Andy told the Globe: “With a riding force of six, Andy Bowie, Jake Clarke, Justin Merry and Paul Thompson from Serco accompanied by Clare McKimmie and Leigh-Paul Martin and ably supported by Andy Donlan it was an eventful experience so with the route sorted, hotels booked and logistics sorted we all set off for Scotland.

“Arriving in a windy and rainy John O’Groats I don’t think any of us quite knew the challenge ahead and when day one arrived a severe weather warning was issued for the area and delayed our start by four hours.

“By the time we eventually set off from the start line we only had a nice 35mph wind and rain to contend with.

“As the days went on the weather started to improve and we were all settling into 10 hours a day in the saddle, albeit painfully for some people.

“The sights as we travelled down the country were breathtaking and despite the early weather every day was enjoyable and exciting, just the open roads and trails to navigate.

“By the time we were back into England the sun was starting to shine and we took advantage of removing wet weather gear and opting for sun tan lotion.

“When we entered Cornwall for the last days the sun was at full strength and the rain and wind a distant memory.

“Cornwall had a lot more hills than I remember but the team enjoyed every miles finally finishing in Lands’ End 11 days after we set off to a warm welcome from friends and family.”

During their journey the team only suffered with one puncture and broken chain between them all.

Andy added: “Personally I enjoyed every minute and would do it all again tomorrow given the opportunity.

“More importantly we raised more than £11,500 for an amazing charity and raised awareness along the way.

“It also demonstrates that anyone can challenged themselves to do anything if they put their mind to it.

“We are not the sportiest of people but we pushed ourselves and made this an enjoyable challenge.”

At the end of the cycle Andy proposed to his now fiancé Clare McKimmie and there was also good news for fellow team member Leigh-Paul Martin who became a dad to daughter Bodhi Lilian.