Boy, 10, to ride 100km from Tenby to Fishguard RNLI stations
He's aimnig to raise £3,241 – the cost of kitting out one lifeboat crew member.
To sponsor Henry, visit his JustGiving page.
Henry was inspired to fundraise for the RNLI after a tour of Fishguard lifeboat station by coxswain Gemma Gill.
He and his family, who regularly holiday in Pembrokeshire from Herefordshire, have just completed a recce of the ride's route with a visit to the three lifeboat stations.
Henry's ride next month will take him the 100km between Fishguard and Tenby lifeboat stations.(Image: Western Telegraph/TripAdvisor)
In Tenby, they had a 'fantastic' tour of the Tamar-class lifeboat from coxswain Lisa Viggers, said Henry's dad, Hugh.
He added: 'It was fascinating to see below deck and get to learn a bit more about how everything is designed to work in all conditions."
Henry said: 'It was a really interesting tour about the boat's engines, life rafts and the crew's jobs."
Tenby Lifeboats RNLI said: 'What an amazing challenge – thanks Henry.'
The 100km ride will take place on Saturday September 13, weather permitting,
Hugh will be riding alongside Henry and they hope to complete their 100km journey in around six hours, with stops for snacks and support provided by mum Kerry and sister Olive.
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