A businesswoman is hoping to give a charity a cash boost by cycling through Brazil in 11 days.

Joanne Bull, of Shalford Road, Rayne, is taking on the cycling challenge in aid of Mencap for the second year in a row.

Last year she raised £2,400 from a ten day trek through China and this year she hopes to better that total with an 11-day ride through Brazil.

Miss Bull, owner of Instep Dance Shoes and Dance Wear at Blake End, said: "I was looking to do something for charity last year when I found out about the Mencap cycle in China, which I did. I really enjoyed it and I know what to expect now."

Classes at the gym and four bike rides every week are helping Miss Bull, 29, get in shape for the event which takes place in August.

To sponsor Miss Bull, contact her on 01376 323667

Published Thursday, June 26, 2003

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