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CLIMB IS A THANK-YOU TO HOSPITAL
23 September 2004
Jane Goode

The following Article and Photo are reproduced with the kind permission of The Somerset Guardian
for which BCUSG are very grateful.

One year ago, 65-year-old Ken Greedy was fighting for his life after being diagnosed with lung cancer. The Peasedown St John grandfather of six had to undergo a gruelling treatment regime, including chemotherapy.

However, when he was given a clean bill of health, he decided that he wanted to do something to help those who had helped him.

So Mr Greedy, his daughter Gina, his son Kevin and grandson Jamie climbed the highest mountain in England and Wales, Snowdon, to raise money for the Bath Cancer Unit at the Royal United Hospital.

"It was all about paying back all the help that I have had and it was wonderful to have my family supporting me," Mr Greedy said.

He initially hoped to raise £500 for the unit, but has managed almost to triple that figure and has raised £1,400.

When asked about the highlights of the trip, Mr Greedy answered: "The really bad weather made it all the more adventurous.

"When we were nearly at the summit, we were split up by heavy fog - the visibility was very poor, and it was windy and cloudy.

"It was mad. My daughter was standing 50 yards away from me, and I couldn't find her."

All went well on the descent, except for Mr Greedy losing the sole of his walking boot ten minutes from the end.

He would like to thank several people for their support.

They include his grandson Jamie, Centurion Coaches, friends and relations, colleagues at the Bath Press and Laura Vearcombe, who helped organise the sponsorship.

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