This month, our very own Alvin Hargreaves (Group Ops Director) set off on an epic bike journey to ride coast to coast from Gijon in northern Spain to Marbella in the south over seven days. 

As some of you may know, Alvin is a keen cyclist, but this was by far the longest ride and biggest climb he’d ever taken on!

Along the way, Alvin was raising money for Macmillan Cancer Support, and thanks to you all, he’s raised an incredible amount of money for the charity.

We’re delighted to report that Alvin is now back safe and sound after successfully completing the trip. Congratulations Alvin and well done!

Check out some of the amazing stats from the challenge below.

THE STATS

• £1,565 raised for Macmillan Cancer Support
• Ride distance: 1,126km (704miles)
• Vertical ascent: 11,845m (38,862ft)
• Total riding time: 43hrs 30mins.
• Longest Day: 208km. 3,307m climbed. 9hrs 45min.
• Average total calories burned per rider: 23,000
• The route: 7 days – Gijon-Leon-Zamora-Hervas-Caceres-Zafra-Carmona-Marbella/San Pedro