It’s happening now. I started yesterday and am attempting to cycle 1000 miles from the Highlands to London.

I’m in a rickshaw known as ‘The Bug’ (after the company that generously donated it to me – Bug Bugs) and, well, it’s heavy. I’ve got all my camping kit on the back and the laptop on which I’m writing this update.

I’ll be Tweeting as I go and writing blog posts whenever I can. You can follow my progress on this map and track my distance on this spreadsheet. If I’m coming anywhere near your neck of the woods then do drop me a line (you can call/text 07728 555 221).

Lastly, I am, of course, raising money for Special Olympics Great Britain. You can donate here and please tell your friends.