Sat typing this just seconds before we are about to leave for Britpart HQ and I'm proud to say we have smashed the fundraising target we set. A big big big thanks to all those who have donated on the JustGiving page throughout the period leading up to the event and for all the corporate donations we have had. Apologies for not many pictures of the vehicle getting ready but its been a hetic few prepping Daisy properly, this will be sorted on our return i'm sure.
Keep an eye on here for updates on our adventure!
Friday, 5 March 2010
Sponsorship from Speedy Hire
Thanks to Speedy Hire who have sponsored Team Scrapheap another £100 into the JustGiving account.
Speedy Hire specialise in tool and equipment hire, their range of services extends into test and inspection, repair and maintenance services and fuel management.
http://www.speedyhire.com/default.asp?
Sponsorship from Kimberly Access
A big Thanks to Kimberly Access who have sponsorsed Team Scrapheap £100, the vehicle are already of the vehicle ready for the off.
Kimberly Access has several depots around the United Kingdom operating a fleet consisting Booms, Scissors and Telehandlers.
http://www.kimberlyaccess.co.uk/about.html
Sponsorship from CCF
Thanks to CCF for £100 sponsorship towards our rising fun, the money has already been put into our Justgiving account.
CCF specialise in Ceilings, Dry Lining, Insulation, Partitioning, Fire Protection and Other Products from all the leading manufacturers.
http://www.ccfltd.co.uk/
Friday, 19 February 2010
Sponsorship from CPD Distributions
Thankyou to CPD Distributions Nottingham who have sponsored Team Scrapheap £100; the cheque was collected today and vehicle stickers are currently awaiting delievery.
CPD Distribution are a leading specialist in interior fit-out products within the Construction Industry.
http://www.cpdplc.co.uk/
Many Thanks once again!
Wednesday, 17 February 2010
Donation from DIPT Protrade
Many thanks to DIPT Protrade (Derby) for their donation of a 110v Angle Grinder to auction; with all the proceeds going to our Justgiving fund, Company Stickers are currently in production.
DIPT protrade are a major supplier for the East Midlands of Power Tools, Fixings and Accessories to the Professional Trade.
http://www.protrade.co.uk/
Many Thanks for the Donation.
Monday, 15 February 2010
Team Bofa4x4 'Mac Taster'
When it was confirmed that Team Scrapheap had a place on the Mac one of the first priorites was to get some much needed practice in; Team Bofa's St. Valentines Mac taster was just the ticket!
The event took in several counties with a mixture of both on and off-road action, several well known spots such as tissington ford aswell as rarely visited greenlanes were experienced by all: a proper 'mini-mac!'. The navigation was a combination of Tulip Navigation* and Navigational Scatters** with the inclusion of Questions 'en-route' involving the surroundings. Throughout the six stages all the teams entered had their skills tested throughly, with only a few missed questions and wrong turns all the teams had an enjoyable 'taste' of the Mac. It wasnt only the navigation which pushed the limit, every team members stomachs was tested with hearty breakfasts and a teatime Cavery also being part of the challenge!
The results saw Team Scrapheap take second place with the real winner being Macmillan Cancer Support. In total £243.58 was raised for both Team Bofa and Team Scrapheap. A big Thanks must go to Steve 'crouching tiger' Raybould (picture below) and also the marshalls/behind the scenes helpers! A much appreciated and well ran event!
Roll on the Mac!
* Tulip navigation - often seen in Professional Rallies; a set of directions consisting of junction maps and intermediate and overall milages. See the below Picture.
** Navigational Scatter - A set of Grid References or similar are plotted upon a Ordance Survey map; it is then up to the team to choose the shortest and most appropiate route ensuring all points marked are passed.
http://www.justgiving.com/teambofa4x4-2010
http://www.justgiving.com/Team-Scrapheap-2010
The event took in several counties with a mixture of both on and off-road action, several well known spots such as tissington ford aswell as rarely visited greenlanes were experienced by all: a proper 'mini-mac!'. The navigation was a combination of Tulip Navigation* and Navigational Scatters** with the inclusion of Questions 'en-route' involving the surroundings. Throughout the six stages all the teams entered had their skills tested throughly, with only a few missed questions and wrong turns all the teams had an enjoyable 'taste' of the Mac. It wasnt only the navigation which pushed the limit, every team members stomachs was tested with hearty breakfasts and a teatime Cavery also being part of the challenge!
The results saw Team Scrapheap take second place with the real winner being Macmillan Cancer Support. In total £243.58 was raised for both Team Bofa and Team Scrapheap. A big Thanks must go to Steve 'crouching tiger' Raybould (picture below) and also the marshalls/behind the scenes helpers! A much appreciated and well ran event!
Roll on the Mac!
* Tulip navigation - often seen in Professional Rallies; a set of directions consisting of junction maps and intermediate and overall milages. See the below Picture.
** Navigational Scatter - A set of Grid References or similar are plotted upon a Ordance Survey map; it is then up to the team to choose the shortest and most appropiate route ensuring all points marked are passed.
http://www.justgiving.com/teambofa4x4-2010
http://www.justgiving.com/Team-Scrapheap-2010
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