Lands End to John O’Groats in memory of Julia McLean

A word from the Vine Trust...

Stewart is fundraising in of aid Vine Trust's Jubilee Hope Medical Programme on Lake Victoria, Tanzania.

Jubilee Hope Medical Expeditions enable volunteers to make a real and lasting difference to communities living on the islands and shore of Lake Victoria. Working in partnership with our in-country clinical team, volunteers provide primary healthcare services to communities living in severe poverty, aboard our fully-equipped medical vessel, Jubilee Hope. Vine Trust Medical Expeditions provide free, life-changing clinical testing, treatment and education to communities who would otherwise have little or no access to basic healthcare.

Donations made through this page will contribute towards the maintenance and development of the Jubilee Hope Medical Programme.

Many thanks for supporting Vine Trust – together we are helping to support vulnerable communities through effective and sustainable development.

Please note: Vine Trust does not accept responsibility for the fundraising activities of persons fundraising in aid of their expedition or the Trust. Any views expressed on this page are solely those of the named fundraiser and/or their donors, not Vine Trust.

Fundraising Activity

Stewart McLean and Gavin Matthews are hoping to cycle from Lands End to John O’Groats to raise funds for Vine Trust. They plan to set off from Lands End on Thursday 21st August to complete a twelve stage challenge spanning the length of the country.

They are fundraising in memory of Stewart’s wife, Julia, a member of the Vine Trust board and a much-loved and admired volunteer. Julia had worked aboard the Jubilee Hope medical ship three times and had planned two further trips in 2025 before she was killed in a paddle boarding accident in May 2024. 

The money raised will be split equally between the Vine Trust's medical work in Tanzania and the grant fund set up in Julia’s name to support medical, dental, nursing and midwifery students working with the Vine Trust. 

 

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CONTRIBUTIONS SO FAR

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  • C J Matthews donated £250.00
    about 3 hours ago

    With our love and prayers and may God richly bless the work of the Vine Trust

  • C E GOULD donated £40.00
    6 hours ago

    Hi Gavin, this is Cathy, your Mum's friend. What an amazing effort-well done to both.

  • Anonymous donated to this page.
    18 hours ago

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  • DAVID Wallace donated £100.00
    one Day ago

    Very happy to support an organisation that provides special care in remote communities . Julia’s memories live on through the cycling endeavours of Stewart and Gavin. Best wishes, David and Michelle

  • Dawn Anderson donated £20.00
    28th Jul, 2025

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  • Michael Yarney donated £50.00
    24th Jul, 2025

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  • J A GREGORY donated to this page.
    24th Jul, 2025

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  • Mark McCartney donated £100.00
    23rd Jul, 2025

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  • James OHara donated £50.00
    20th Jul, 2025

    Hoping and praying for you both as you undertake this amazing challenge!

  • Johnstone McLean donated £40.00
    13th Jul, 2025

    You can do it Stewart and Gavin. Well done. Joyce & Archie

  • Wendy Carney donated £10.00
    10th Jul, 2025

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  • Johnstone McLean donated to this page.
    8th Jul, 2025

    Praying for safe travels for all of you. Julia would be so proud of you. Mum & Dad

  • Malcolm Scott donated £50.00
    1st Jul, 2025

    Take care, good luck.

  • Ruth Haxton donated £20.00
    27th Jun, 2025

    Hope all goes well.

  • Ross Jack donated £50.00
    25th Jun, 2025

    Good luck Stewart!

  • K SEMPLE donated to this page.
    23rd Jun, 2025

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  • J D Clark donated £100.00
    23rd Jun, 2025

    "May the road rise up to meet you, may the wind be always at your back, may the sun shine warm upon your face, and the rains fall soft upon your fields."

  • Anonymous donated to this page.
    23rd Jun, 2025

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  • I Moore donated to this page.
    22nd Jun, 2025

    Safe cycling

  • Diane White donated £40.00
    21st Jun, 2025

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  • Diane White donated £40.00
    21st Jun, 2025

    Good luck with the challenge Stewart, your usual grit and determination will get you through it! 💪 🚴‍♂️

  • Garry Blair donated £50.00
    20th Jun, 2025

    What a great initiative and cause. Every blessing for this venture.

  • Lesley Porteous donated £50.00
    20th Jun, 2025

    Stewart and Gavin, a great endeavour in memory of a super lady. Have a blast on your adventure!

  • Karen Marshall donated £50.00
    19th Jun, 2025

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  • Clifford Haxton donated £50.00
    18th Jun, 2025

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  • L E Goodman donated to this page.
    18th Jun, 2025

    Stewart, you are doing a wonderful thing. God bless you.

  • Valerie Nelson donated £25.00
    15th Jun, 2025

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  • Moira Corrigall donated to this page.
    12th Jun, 2025

    A lovely lady who we were privileged to know.

  • Claire Atkins donated £20.00
    7th Jun, 2025

    Good luck Stewart what an amazing challenge. Let me know if you are going via Bath and I’ll cheer you on!

  • Iain Welsh donated to this page.
    6th Jun, 2025

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  • Lorna Sabbagh donated £50.00
    5th Jun, 2025

    Sending lots of encouragement your way.

  • Stephen Haig donated £100.00
    4th Jun, 2025

    Good luck Stewart, Steve & Angela

  • Ruth Bennett donated £30.00
    2nd Jun, 2025

    Bon courage for the route - sorry to read of the loss of Julia.

  • MR JAMES G WYLIE donated £500.00
    2nd Jun, 2025

    All the very best - a wonderful effort in memory of a wonderful person - and for a great cause! Jim & Maureen

  • Jan Cooper donated £50.00
    2nd Jun, 2025

    Good luck for LEJOG in August. Happy training & the actual cycle. I know you guys can do it 💪🏻 Go smash it!

  • Audrey Rosenbaum donated £25.00
    2nd Jun, 2025

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  • A J Pollard donated £15.00
    2nd Jun, 2025

    Good luck Stewart and blessings to both of you.

  • Anonymous donated to this page.
    1st Jun, 2025

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  • Michelle Allan donated to this page.
    1st Jun, 2025

    Good luck! If you need anything whilst passing by Kinross area, let me know, we've had a few LEJOGers for food! Great effort for a very worthy cause

  • Ben McIntyre donated £100.00
    1st Jun, 2025

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  • Chelsea Cahill donated £15.00
    1st Jun, 2025

    Total inspiration guys. Good luck and I'll pray for good weather for you both. X

  • donated £30.00
    31st May, 2025

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  • Andrew Strachan donated to this page.
    31st May, 2025

    With Julia at the forefront of our thoughts, we'll be cheering you both on at the sidelines with all our love ...and promises of 'Deep Heat'. Andy & Morna xxx

  • Jennifer Lee donated £20.00
    31st May, 2025

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  • Anonymous donated to this page.
    31st May, 2025

    An epic challenge which we know you will smash! In honour of the loveliest girl.

  • Anne McCully donated £30.00
    31st May, 2025

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  • Alison Gardner donated £50.00
    31st May, 2025

    Wishing you all the best in your journey to raise funds in memory of a wonderful lady. Alison & Campbell xx

  • William McTaggart donated £100.00
    31st May, 2025

    In memory of a great lady.

  • Anonymous donated £100.00
    31st May, 2025

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  • Anonymous donated to this page.
    31st May, 2025

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  • Hilda Patterson donated to this page.
    31st May, 2025

    What an amazing challenge. A wonderful effort to raise funds for this amazing charity that was so dear to Julia’s heart. Turn legs turn, let your suspension be soft and forgiving and your navigation sure and steadfast. Hope the weather is kind to you All the best for your cycle.

  • Catherine E Morris donated to this page.
    31st May, 2025

    May the road rise to meet you, May the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm on your face, The rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of his hand.

  • David Watt donated to this page.
    31st May, 2025

    Wishing you safe travels with healthy legs and soft saddles. What a fantastic cause in Julia’s memory. Thinking of you both.

  • Anonymous donated to this page.
    31st May, 2025

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  • Lindsay Honeyman donated to this page.
    31st May, 2025

    Great cause and a fitting way to honour Julia's life and legacy. Enjoy the cycling and wishing you zero bike malfunctions. 😊

  • Christine Cormack donated to this page.
    31st May, 2025

    Good luck with your challenge in aid of a worthwhile charity that is close to all your hearts xx

  • Rachael Dinsmore donated £20.00
    31st May, 2025

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  • Louise Nixon donated £20.00
    31st May, 2025

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  • Victoria Aitken donated to this page.
    14th Mar, 2025

    All the best Stewart and Gavin. This is absolutely Beautiful Stewart, in honour of your amazing wife 🥰 lots of love John and Vicky xx

  • MRS AILEEN M MORRIS donated £20.00
    11th Mar, 2025

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  • Ralph Mercer donated to this page.
    5th Mar, 2025

    A great adventure and a great cause! All the very best!

  • Anonymous donated to this page.
    16th Feb, 2025

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  • DH Pitts donated to this page.
    14th Feb, 2025

    I know you will smash it!!

  • Anonymous donated to this page.
    14th Feb, 2025

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  • Anonymous donated to this page.
    14th Feb, 2025

    Good luck Stewart to you and Gavin on your LEJOG adventure, Julie would be so proud of you !