A Hereford man will bring his mountain-climbing effort to a close – on his 91st birthday.
Alan Blake has been ‘climbing mountains’ as he ascends the steep steps in his garden for more than a year as he raises funds for Parkinson’s, Burghill Parish Church and Rotary.
But now he’s bringing his incredible journey to an end as he turns 91 on Friday.
He’s already raised more than £23,800 for the three good causes and is looking for one final push to get him over the £24,000 mark.
Drug dealer with distinctive tattoo caught red-handed
A 19-year-old man from Ebbw Vale has been jailed for more than two years after police linked him to drug dealing through social media posts.
New substation to boost reliability across Monmouthshire
A major £1.5 million upgrade to Usk substation is set to boost electricity reliability across Monmouthshire.
Bridge repairs could begin soon says Monmouth MP
Catherine Fookes says repair works on Inglis Bridge could begin soon, with preparatory work already under way.
Raft Race raises more than £11,000 for hospice
The annual Wye Raft Race has raised more than £11,000 for St David’s Hospice Care.
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