A Harrogate Primary School is taking on an epic challenge to raise £2,000 for much needed improvements to their school playground. On the 29th and 30th March, pupils, parents, teachers and governors from Hampsthwaite Primary School will be riding over 1,000 miles from Lands End to John O’ Groats, without even leaving their school hall!
Located just outside of Harrogate, Hampsthwaite Primary School is found in the heart of the village and is an integral part of the community. Many residents have children, or grandchildren, attending the school and will be joining in the challenge to support this worthy cause.
Motivation for this fundraiser comes from the much needed refurbishment to the school playground, which Headteacher, Mrs Amy Ross, and the school PTA have decided to make a top priority for 2023. Time and space outside to play, be creative and practice sport is fundamental for a child’s well-being and development, therefore a suitable playground space is essential.
Just over 100 pupils, from Years 1 to 6, will each take a turn on one of four stationary bikes in the school hall alongside their peers, teachers and members of the Hampsthwaite community, to collectively achieve the mammoth distance in a cumulative 24 hours. To add to the challenge, the bikes will use a ‘magic road’ setting on the Wahoo RGT fitness system, which will recreate the exact route including all of the hills, twists and turns.
“Everyone at Hampsthwaite Primary School is counting down the days until we take on our virtual bike ride” explains Headteacher, Mrs Ross.
“It will be a great way to bring the local community together, whilst raising vital funds to make some long overdue improvements to our playground. All pupils will benefit from a playground refurbishment and it will make a significant difference to their time at school on a daily basis. I am grateful for the support and enthusiasm of the teachers, pupils and their family members, who have signed up to take part and sponsor us.”
The School has set up an online fundraising page to collect donations, with the target being a minimum of £2,000. The page is also open to families of former pupils and members of the wider Harrogate community, any donations would be gratefully accepted.
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