Vicky Pattison to cycle, run and kayak 250 miles in aid of Global’s Make Some Noise

Vicky Pattison’s ‘Tyne to Thames’ challenge will see Vicky cycle, run and kayak between Newcastle and the Heart studios in Leicester Square over the course of five days, travelling a staggering 250 miles (400km). On Monday 5th of October, Vicky will begin her challenge in her home city Newcastle then travel through York, Sheffield, Nottingham and Leicester to get to Heart HQ in London’s Leicester Square on Friday 9th of October.  

Vicky, who presents Heart on Saturday afternoons, is taking on the strenuous challenge in aid of Heart’s official charity, Make Some Noise, changing lives across the UK by funding vital projects delivered by small charities tackling issues such as mental health, disability, poverty and homelessness.

“Anyone who knows me knows I’m at my happiest on the sofa, in my comfies, with my dogs, so this is quite literally the opposite of my usual idea of a good time! I’m under no illusion that this is going to be tough and there will absolutely be moments where I’m wondering why I’ve done this to myself. But that’s the whole point.

Global’s Make Some Noise supports these incredible projects, led by small, local charities doing life-changing work, and if I can push myself completely out of my comfort zone, get a few blisters and hopefully raise a load of money along the way, then I’ll consider every ache, mile and paddle absolutely worth it!”

Vicky Pattison, SATURDAY AFTERNOON PRESENTER ON HEART

“We’re incredibly grateful to Vicky for taking on this extraordinary challenge for Global’s Make Some Noise. ‘Tyne to Thames’ is a huge undertaking, and it speaks so much to Vicky’s determination that she is willing to push herself so far out of her comfort zone to help others.

Vicky has such a brilliant ability to connect with people through her honesty and humour, and we’ll all be cheering her on as she runs, cycles and kayaks her way from Newcastle to London.

Donations to Vicky’s challenge will help fund vital projects at the heart of communities across the UK, providing a lifeline for those facing some of life’s toughest challenges. We’re so grateful to everyone who is able to get behind Vicky and show their support. Every donation can help change lives and ensure every mile has lasting impact.”

Suzanne Ryder Richardson, Director of Global Goodness; CEO, Global’s Make Some Noise

Support Vicky on her challenge and donate to Global’s Make Some Noise here. To donate via phone text £10, £20, £30 or £40 text VICKY10, VICKY20, VICKY30 or VICKY40 to 70766. 100% of your donation will go to Global’s Make Some Noise. 16 and over only. Please seek bill payer’s permission. Standard network charges may apply. T&Cs are at makesomenoise.com

Follow Vicky’s ‘Tyne to Thames’ challenge @Globals_Make_Some_Noise, Heart’s socials, on heart.co.uk and by listening to Heart across the UK on FM, DAB, on YouTube, on heart.co.uk, or on Global Player, the official Heart app, via smartphone or smart speaker.

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