Pub landlord tackles 1,000-mile cycle for MND cause

Hamish Williams, landlord of The Luckwell pub in Bedminster, will take part in the cycle alongside friends Chris Bartlett and Sean Matthews in memory of his friend Pat Wharton who died from MND earlier this year. As a keen sports fan, Hamish has also been inspired by the stories of rugby league legend, Rob Burrow CBE, who died from MND in 2024 and cricketer David ‘Syd’ Lawrence, who died last year.

During the journey, which is expected to take 21 days, Hamish and the team will visit 22 pubs and is hoping the rugby community will get behind him as he makes his way down the country.

Hamish said: “MND is a cruel disease. It robs people of their ability to move, speak, and eventually breathe, while their minds remain sharp.

“We’ve seen the devastation it causes – not just in headlines, but in our own lives and community. Rob Burrow’s courageous battle and Kevin Sinfield’s tireless efforts first opened our eyes. Since then, it’s become heartbreakingly personal my friend Pat Wharton and Syd Lawrence have both passed away, and footballer Marcus Stewart is living with this disease right now.

“At The Luckwell, we refuse to stand by. This ride is our way of saying: We see you, we care, and we will fight for a future without MND. Every mile we pedal is for those who can’t. Every pound raised will fund research, care, and hope.

“Please support us – whether it’s a donation, sharing our page, or cheering us on.

“Together, we can make a difference.”

For more information, or to donate, visit www.justgiving.com/page/hamish-williams-1?utm_medium=FA&utm_source=CL