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Cameron sees off Waterloo-bound charity bike trek

09:57 25/09/2013

More than 200 cyclists, made up of Grenadier Guards and members of their families have set off on a 375-mile trip from Horse Guards Parade in central London, heading to Waterloo (via Ypres) to raise money for their regimental charity, The Colonel's Fund Grenadier Guards, reports ITV London News. They were seen off by British prime minister David Cameron, who told them: “The money you raise, the attention you bring to our brave armed services, to our veterans, is a really valuable thing to do. We're very proud of what you're going to do, I hope you have a great few days.”  The 220 Grenadier Guards will finish their trek on Waterloo’s Place Albert, opposite the Chapel Royal and the Wellington Museum. Waterloo is significant as a battle honour for the regiment. It is also where the regiment was awarded its title 'Grenadier Guards' and its distinctive bearskin caps. The Colonel’s Fund Grenadier Guards charity has been raising money since 2007 in order to provide support to Grenadiers who have been seriously injured in Afghanistan, and to the families of those who have been killed. 

Written by The Bulletin