Amazing Cycling Challenge Raises Over £1,350 for Animal Charities
The GSPCA would like to say a huge thank you to local animal lover Ann Bowditch, who has completed an incredible cycling challenge from Land's End to John O'Groats, raising more than £1,350 for animal charities including the GSPCA and another local organisation that helps reunite lost pets with their owners.
Ann undertook the challenge as a solo rider, supported by a dedicated support team, covering approximately 1,000 miles and an astonishing 40,000 feet of climbing in just nine days.
The challenge tested both physical and mental endurance, but Ann remained focused on raising funds and awareness for charities that work tirelessly to help animals.
Ann said:
"Overall, I completed approximately 1,000 miles and around 40,000 feet of climbing in nine days as a solo ride, with a support team.
Raising over £1,350 for animal charities. The money has been distributed to the charities but the links are still open if anyone would like to donate.
I have seven rescue cats and most of them wouldn't have survived without the help of rescues. For me, this ride was about the fundraising and helping rescues who struggle financially. The costs of saving lives is huge.
I am massively grateful for the encouragement and support I received throughout the nine days and the generosity of donations. Animals cannot speak for themselves, so it is up to us to help as much as we can."
The challenge attracted support and encouragement from friends, family, animal lovers and supporters throughout the journey, helping Ann reach her fundraising target while shining a spotlight on the important work carried out by animal welfare charities.
GSPCA Manager Steve Byrne said:
"Everyone at the GSPCA would like to say a huge thank you and congratulations to Ann on completing such an amazing challenge. Cycling around 1,000 miles with 40,000 feet of climbing in just nine days is an incredible achievement and we are extremely grateful that she chose to support the GSPCA and another local animal charity through her efforts."
"The funds raised will help support our work rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming animals and wildlife across the Bailiwick. Ann's dedication and determination are truly inspiring and show how one person can make a real difference for animals."
Steve added:
"There are so many ways people can support the GSPCA, whether that's taking part in a fundraising challenge like Ann, organising an event, becoming a volunteer, making a donation, leaving a legacy gift, supporting our shops or helping our ongoing #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal. Every pound raised helps us continue caring for thousands of animals each year.
"As we continue building our new Wildlife Hospital and planning for the future of animal welfare in Guernsey, support from incredible fundraisers like Ann makes a huge difference. We are enormously thankful to everyone who chooses to help animals through the GSPCA."
The charity is always keen to hear from anyone interested in organising a fundraiser, whether it is a sporting challenge, coffee morning, sponsored event, school project, workplace initiative or community fundraiser.
For fundraising ideas and information on supporting the GSPCA, visit:
www.gspca.org.gg
Everyone at the GSPCA would once again like to congratulate Ann on an extraordinary achievement and thank her for helping animals in need.
Check out more on the #GSPCABiggestBuildAppeal – https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspcabiggestbuildappeal
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To see events, ways to support and animals in need please see our latest blog https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog
Upcoming events
- Rabbit Awareness Week (RAW) 23rd – 27th July 2026
- Summer Guided Tours July/August 2026 to be confirmed
- South Show GSPCA Dog Show Saturday 8th August 2026
- West Show 12th-13th August 2026
- World Lizard Day 14th August 2026
- North Show 19th-20th August 2026
- International Dog Day 26th August 2026
- World Animal Month October 2026
- World Animal Day 4th October 2026
- Feral Cat Day 16th October 2026
- National cat Day 29th October 2026
- Halt Term Spooky Tours October 2026 to be confirmed
- Dog First Aid Course 6.30pm - 8.45pm Thursday 12th November 2026 Ref – Dog12/11
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- Possible Christmas Themed Animal Discovery Trail November/December 2026 to be confirmed with possible Ball
- World Wildlife Conservation Day 4th December 2026
- Festive Tours December/January 2026/7 to be confirmed
- Sidneys Sponsored Events - Grease and Dirty Dancing Saturday 10th April 2027
Steve continued “There are many ways to support the work of the GSPCA.”
“Our BIGGEST BUILD is now underway and we are desperately looking for support and to help in anyway please do get in touch and check out this link https://www.gspca.org.gg/blog/gspca-biggestbuild-begins-demolition-underway-%E2%80%93-buying-brick-sponsorship-can-you-help .”
“To become an Angel Pen Pal Sponsor donating each month to help the hundreds of animals in our care which you can do by downloading this form - http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Angel%20sponsor%20form%20special%202018%20new.pdf or to become a Corporate Angel Pen Pal form for your business to sponsor animals in our care each year please click here http://www.gspca.org.gg/sites/default/files/Corporate%20Angel%20Pen%20Pal%20sponsor%20formnew.pdf .”
“To think of helping animals and our work in your legacy or will please check out https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/gifts-wills-and-funding .”
“For those from those want to give CSR time and skills to those wanting to help sponsor or support something from our Wish List at the GSPCA http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/our-plans-wish-list .”
“If your group or business would like to find out about spending a day at the Shelter please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/corporate-and-group-days “
“For other ways your business can help us here at the GSPCA please go to -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/how-your-business-can-help-gspca-corporate-sponsorship “
“If you would like to volunteer then to find out more details here -
http://www.gspca.org.gg/about/volunteers or to complete the volunteer application form please check out https://service.sheltermanager.com/asmservice?account=gspca&method=online_form_html&formid=14 .”
"We also have vacancies at the GSPCA and to find out more please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/about/vacancies ."
"For lots of ways to support our work please visit https://www.gspca.org.gg/page/gspca-celebrating-150-years ."
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“Thank you for your support.”
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