Fundraising Update

Thank you so much to everyone who has already very kindly donated to this great cause. So far donations have reached a huge £8400!

It is such a fantastic start and we are all hugely grateful to everyone who has showed their support and donated. 

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Training

As a young girl there were always horses and ponies in Carolyn’s life. Childhood was spent racing ponies around the farm, whilst her early adulthood was more involved in hunting and local cross-country events.

As is the case with so many things in life, Carolyn’s hobby got somewhat side tracked as work, children and everyday life took a more prominent role.

It is therefore fair to say that an element of training was needed before she actually set off on the mammoth task of riding the county.

Carolyn contacted a local stables in Silverstone explaining the position she was in, and what it was she needed to achieve. They were more than willing to help and Carolyn has been having weekly lessons with the owner Sophie since March. During these sessions, Carolyn has been focusing on endurance and stamina, taking long hacks around the beautiful woodland that surrounds the stables.

It is important that Carolyn got used to sitting in the saddle for substantial lengths of time as there will be some days during the ride, where she could be on the horse for up to 5 hours.

So far it has all be going pretty well, no injuries and only a few minor aches and pains at the beginning.

“Sophie has been a fantastic trainer. Knowing I will have to ride several different horses during the week, she has made sure that I feel confident on all shapes and sizes! Much to my relief my riding muscles have come back quite quickly and, despite a lot of mud and wet weather, it is thrilling to be back in the saddle.” – Carolyn Cumming

For information on Silverstone Stables, call or visit their website
www.silverstonestables.co.uk 

Telephone: 01327 857280

Carolyn (R) and Sophie (L), who has been helping prepare Carolyn for the ride

Carolyn aged 17 on 'Tonibell'

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County Map

On this map we have pinpointed the places where Carolyn will be visiting projects along the way. This overall view gives you a good idea of the distance that is being travelled during the week and the long, thin shape of the County.

The County of Buckinghamshire

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