This May I will be taking on The Dambusters Ride to celebrate the 100th birthday of the last Dambuster, Sqn Ldr George 'Johnny' Johnson DFM and to help raise funds for the RAF Benevolent Fund.
On the night of 16-17 May 1943, the RAF's 617 Squadron carried out an audacious bombing raid in the Ruhr valley, the heart of Germany's war machine. They were disciplined, courageous and determined and I hope to channel that when I take on the Dambusters Ride to honour the service of the Dambuster crew.
The RAF Benevolent Fund is the RAF's leading welfare charity and has been there, through thick and thin, for the RAF for more than 100 years. In 2019 they helped more than 71,700 current and former members of the RAF and their families.
It's a cause that's close to my heart and with your support the RAF Benevolent Fund can continue to be there for veterans, serving personnel and their families.
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My Story
This May I will be taking on The Dambusters Ride to celebrate the 100th birthday of the last Dambuster, Sqn Ldr George 'Johnny' Johnson DFM and to help raise funds for the RAF Benevolent Fund.
On the night of 16-17 May 1943, the RAF's 617 Squadron carried out an audacious bombing raid in the Ruhr valley, the heart of Germany's war machine. They were disciplined, courageous and determined and I hope to channel that when I take on the Dambusters Ride to honour the service of the Dambuster crew.
The RAF Benevolent Fund is the RAF's leading welfare charity and has been there, through thick and thin, for the RAF for more than 100 years. In 2019 they helped more than 71,700 current and former members of the RAF and their families.
It's a cause that's close to my heart and with your support the RAF Benevolent Fund can continue to be there for veterans, serving personnel and their families.
The weather was kind to us on Saturday and we had almost perfect conditions for the ride. We only had one small issue when my gear selector stopped working but, fortunately, we were close to another team member’s house and able to get a spare bike. 100 miles completed in a little over 6 hours pedalling time at an average speed of over 16 mph; that’s not bad considering the 1500 m of ascent which was mainly between mile 68 and mile 73! Over £2000 raised for RAFBF by the team.
Clive Mitchell has finished , say congratulations with a donation!
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This May I will be taking on The Dambusters Ride to celebrate the 100th birthday of the last Dambuster, Sqn Ldr George 'Johnny' Johnson DFM and to help raise funds for the RAF Benevolent Fund. On the
