Cumbria Local Government Pension Fund colleagues joined charity cyclist Ewan McCulloch at Carlisle Castle this week as he set off on a 1,300km journey across England to raise money for charities and community projects.
Ewan, Chief Stakeholder Officer at Border to Coast Pensions Partnership, is cycling from Carlisle to the south coast over ten days, visiting each of the 18 partner local government pension fund areas whose investments are managed by Border to Coast.
As part of the challenge, Cumbria Pension Fund is raising money for Watchtree Nature Reserve's Watchtower Project, supporting the charity's plans for the future of the historic Watchtower site and surrounding land.
Kate McLaughlin-Flynn, Senior Manager for Cumbria Pension Fund, said: "We're so proud that the challenge started here in Cumbria and that we're able to support Watchtree Nature Reserve as Ewan takes on this incredible fundraising challenge. Watchtree is a charity that means a great deal to many members of our team, and we're delighted to help raise awareness and support for the Watchtower Project. We wish Ewan every success for the rest of the challenge."
Ewan McCulloch, Chief Stakeholder Officer at Border to Coast, said: “Watchtree Nature Reserve is such a worthy cause, and while the cycling may be mentally and physically challenging, it is all worth it when you see how many people have come together to support charities up and down the country.”
To support the fundraising effort, visit: Cumbria Pension Fund's fundraiser for Watchtree Nature Reserve's Watchtower Project.