About me

My name is Phill, I have recently turned 30 and for the last 8 years have not looked after myself properly, I decided about 18 months ago that this had to change; I have been successful over this period in loosing almost 5 stone, by simply changing my lifestyle.

I have decided that I need a goal to help me achieve a reasonable weight and I thought why not sign up to a charity challenge, why not go for a once in a life time challenge.

Reading through all the different Treks and Cycle rides, it was differcult to decide what I wanted to do, I don't think walking is my thing, Parachuting? Mmm, I love to fly, but without a plane, I don't know, Like my legs too much, I have always wanted to visit the Pyramids of Egypt so why not take along a bike and cycle the Nile.

I have read about The National Autistic Society and decided that this Charity deserves the support, due to the excellent work that they do.


What is Autism

Autism is a spectrum condition occurring in varying degrees of severity. It is characterised by a triad of impairments: difficulties forming social relationships, problems with verbal and non-verbal communication and the development of strong narrow obsessional interests

Sponsor me now and help the estimated 535,000 people with autism in the UK today by supporting The National Autistic Society's services including the Autism Helpline, Advocacy for Education service, Befriending scheme, Parent to Parent support service and help! Programme.

Autism is a life-long development disability that affects the way a person communicates and relates to people around them. Children and adults with autism are unable to relate to others in a meaningful way. For example, skills that we take for granted like the ability to understand tone of voice or simple facial gestures, are very hard to comprehend for people with autism.

The condition comes in varying degrees of severity and in some cases a person with autism may also have an additional mental or physical disability such as schizophrenia or blindness. There is also a condition called Asperger syndrome which is a form of autism used to describe people at the higher functioning end of the autistic spectrum.

The National Autistic Society is the UK’s foremost organisation for people with autism and those who care for them, spearheading national and international initiatives and providing a strong voice for autism. The organisation works in many areas to help people with autism live with as much independence as possible.

The society provides a national telephone helpline, schools and adult centres, books and leaflets, specialist diagnosis, local support groups, regional volunteers, a supported employment service for individuals with autism and works closely with local authorities to ensure the needs of individuals with autism are addressed. It also conducts research into causes and methods of dealing with the condition, and works closely with a number of leading universities in this area.

Why should you sponsor me?

Sponsoring me will give me the support and motivation to see this through to the end. The Cycle ride is 400km (approx 250 miles) over 5 days; this together with the soaring temperatures will be a tough challenge.

If you would like more information or would like to sponsor me then call me or email me. 0781 4987 247 or sponsor@letmeasp.co.uk or even donate on line and the charity could get an extra 28% if you are a UK Tax payer go to www.justgiving.com/philllake.


Sponsor me Here online,
If you are a UK Tax Payer you can also gift aid it and the charity will receive upto 28% more

When do you start?

Training has already started, this is the really tough part, and getting up early in the morning and completing 20km before you go to work is a strain. I am now pushing to get to within the recommended guidelines.

The actual Cycle ride takes place towards the end of February 2007 and into March.

When do you need the sponsor money by?

Due to strict guidelines set out by the charity, I have to have raised £2500 by 10th December 2006, this will be sent to the charity by this date.

However I will be looking at collecting the sponsorship from you all when I return in March,

How do I help?

If you would like more information or would like to sponsor me then call me or email me. 0781 4987 247 or sponsor@letmeasp.co.uk or even donate on line and the charity could get an extra 28% if you are a UK Tax payer go to www.justgiving.com/philllake.


Sponsor me Here online,
If you are a UK Tax Payer you can also gift aid it and the charity will receive upto 28% more

If you are a business and would like some advertisement across the UK, I will be selling space on my Jersey, click here for more information

By simply giving as much as you can afford, you are helping a great deal.

Thank you.

Other thanks!

I would just like to thank my colleagues at Quality Internet Services Ltd for sponsoring this site and allowing the free hosting and maintenance.

The National Autistic Society is a registered charity, it's registration number is: 269425