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Newsletter 3
15 March 01

Foot and Mouth
Committee
Bank Account
Visit to Penniwells
Letter
Facts about Penniwells

    Welcome to the third issue of the newsletter bringing you all the latest news regarding the planned walk from Hayes to the West Country in May.

    FOOT AND MOUTH
    As everyone is aware we are now in the midst of a particularly vicious outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease.  New cases are being reported every day with new restrictions being imposed.  Unfortunately the latest restrictions will affect the walk and may lead to the walk being postponed until the end of May or even the beginning of September.  Already long stretches of the proposed route are out of bounds.  A firm decision on whether to postpone the walk will be made on 10th April 2001.  On my visit to the West Country last weekend I was concerned to find almost all local footpaths out of bounds.  Even Cheddar Gorge is closed to pedestrians, although ironically motor vehicles are still allowed up the Gorge.

    Fortunately Penniwells has not had to close although everyone visiting the centre now has to go through a foot wash.  Providing the situation has not changed by the weekend I hope to visit again.

    COMMITTEE
    Because of the number of tasks still to be tackled before the walk can take place we have begun to form a committee.  Committee Members so far
 

    We hope to recruit one more member on to the committee.  It would be nice if we could encourage someone with a connection with Penniwells.

    WEB SITE
    My cousin Adam Taussik has kindly built a Web Site for The Walk 2K01.  We will keep this web site regularly updated with all the latest news, views etc regarding The Walk 2K01.

    BANK ACCOUNT
    In order to keep matters straight and save any possible confusion a special Treasurers bank account has been set up for The Walk 2k01.  In accordance with normal procedures the account requires two signatures.

    Bank Details: Account Number  : 4177873
    Sort Code: 40-45-08
    Account Name: The Walk 2K01

    CAN AND CAN`T DOS
    Christine Goodall from the Chief Executive's office is looking into what fund raising activities can and can’t be done in connection with The Walk 2K01.

    IN HOUSE
    We hope to have an article published in the March edition of IN HOUSE.  Hopefully this will attract attention from other departments with L.B.H.

    T-SHIRT COMPETITION
    We have launched a competition for the riders and helpers from Penniwells to design a T-Shirt which can be worn by those taking part and associated with the walk to wear.  The winning designer will receive a ten pound book token.  All designs will be featured on the web site.

    MEETING POINT
    The landlord of the Blue Anchor, Printing House Lane has given permission to use his car park as a meeting / start point for the walk.  A full schedule will be printed next month of each days starting time and place.

    HEALTH MATTERS
    I have received a letter from Dr Simon Dubrey, Consultant Cardiologist, giving his approval for me to take part in the walk and wishing me all the best (I did not quite have the nerve to ask him to sponsor me).

    VISIT TO PENNIWELLS

    This simple statement by a young girl called Jane is what first drew my attention to Penniwells, just before Christmas.  Since then I decided to find out more and think what I could do to help.  So "The Walk 2K01" was conceived.

    Saturday 24th February I made my first visit to Penniwells.  The Riding centre is situated about a mile from Elstree station in an almost rural setting.  It is easy to forget you are still within the Greater London Area.  It’s less than half an hour by train from central London.

    LETTER
    The following is a letter received by  The Walk 2k01 from one of the parents of one of the riders.
 

Dear Mr.Wharton

Please find enclosed my daughter Rachel`s design for a T-Shirt for your sponsored walk for Penniwells R.D.A.  I know from personal experience how much Penniwells offers it’s riders – my own daughter has learning disabilities, but whatever their disability all riders gain enormous enjoyment and a sense of achievement from their regular visits to the stables

Good luck for your effort and many thanks for what you are doing.

   STEPHEN'S FACTS ABOUT PENNIWELLS (more info)
Penniwells is a full member of the Riding for the Disabled Association

Penniwells is a Registered Charity -  No 244108 and a NON Profit-making enterprise

Penniwells has about 130 riders on its list and more on a waiting list.

Riders are of all ages and have varied disabilities

Penniwells offers riders a cheerful and welcoming atmosphere where they can gain confidence and therapeutic benefit in a relaxed and recreational environment.

It costs at least 50 pounds per week to feed and care for each pony.

Penniwells relies on peoples` generosity to keep it afloat

New Volunteers are always welcome,  It’s never too late to learn a thing or two
 

    COMMENTS
    Don’t forget if you have any suggestions or comments please let me know.  Remember you can contact "The Walk 2k01" by telephone on 0792 233 527 or email on: Thewalk2k01@email.com
 
 

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