Man, 20, cycles 1,200 miles in Scandinavia for Parkinson’s

A man from Somerset has cycled 1,200 miles (2,000km) through Scandinavia to raise money for Parkinson's UK.

Jonah Hawksley, 20, from North Cadbury, cycled 93 miles (150km) a day to help fundraise for his grandparents, who both have the disease.

He pedalled through Norway, Finland and Sweden over a month whilst even camping each evening in the wilderness.

Jonah said: "I have seen first hand the difficulty and impact that living with Parkinson's has caused my family."

"Despite how much Parkinson's has taken from my grandparents, their bravery in keeping a positive inspired me to take on this challenge."

Jonah started his journey in the Norwegian Arctic, battled through thunderstorm and even a lost passport before making it to the King's Palace in Stockholm, Sweden. 

It took him three weeks to complete the challenge and has raised more than £600 for charity.

He was joined by his friend Fabian, who he met whilst doing the challenge in Scandinavia.

Jonah continued: "I knew I had set myself a tough mental and physical challenge and just knew I had to keep pedalling for those closest to me and for those who continue to battle Parkinson's.

"I also wanted to prove to myself that I was capable of completing this challenging cycle and to help raise money for Parkinson's UK."

"I want to do another fundraising challenge in the future - but just not on a bike again! It will be walking or running next time."

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