Leicestershire Firefighters take on cycling challenge in memory of colleague 

They will be cycling 181 miles today.

Today (Thursday 21 September) six Firefighters from Loughborough Fire Station are taking part in a challenge to raise money for The Fire Fighters Charity.

The crew will be wearing full fire kit whilst cycling 181 miles on 2 watt bikes over the space of 5 hours in memory of Firefighter Andy Watt.

181 was Andy Watt's service number which is why they have chosen this number to honour him.

They are taking on the challenge outside the Halifax Bank in Loughborough town Centre.

On the justgiving page for the event the crew explain why they are cycling. 

"Our dearest friend and colleague, Andrew Ian Watt, passed away on Thursday 28th July 2022. He was one of the kindest souls you could ever meet.

"When you think of Loughborough Station you think of certain characters, Andy was certainly one of them, he was part of the furniture and he is sorely missed by his work family.

"His passing came as a massive shock to everyone who knew him and has left a giant hole in many people's lives, from immediate family to work colleagues and friends alike.

"We all miss him dearly and in true Fire Service tradition, everyone comes together in a time of need. Please join us in raising £1810 in memory of our dear father, son, friend, and colleague."

The justgiving page has now raised nearly £1000.

https://www.justgiving.com/page/inmemoryofandywatt?fbclid=IwAR3DCwAcEk4lnbOoDlzJHyNvJ-1th0SAqeYUMVYmkG3Nut-FGFtIc_Fjk7o