Roddensvale Head’s cycling challenge

The Principal of Roddensvale School will attempt to set a new cycling record at Manchester Velodrome in order to raise money for the school.

By Victoria Leonard

Published 19th Sep 2015, 08:00 BST

Author, Felix McKillop presents Mr John Madden, Principal Roddensvale School with a copy of his newest book, 50 years of Larne Special Care School and Roddensvale School INLT 43-200-AM

Mr John Madden, who has been dubbed “Roddensvale’s answer to Chris Hoy,” will attempt to set a new Irish Masters record for his age class by cycling over 45km in one hour on October 4.

Mr Madden is combining his love of cycling with his work for the school.

Fundraising provides extras to enhance Roddensvale pupils’ lives such as Zumba lessons, redesigning the sensory garden areas and buying specialised sensory equipment such as cocoon swings. All money donated will be spent on the pupils.

To donate, visit the “Cycling Hour Record Attempt” page at www.virginmoneygiving.com.

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