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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C J Matthews donated £250.00
With our love and prayers and may God richly bless the work of the Vine Trust
C E GOULD donated £40.00
Hi Gavin, this is Cathy, your Mum's friend. What an amazing effort-well done to both.
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DAVID Wallace donated £100.00
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
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Michael Yarney donated £50.00
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Mark McCartney donated £100.00
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James OHara donated £50.00
Hoping and praying for you both as you undertake this amazing challenge!
Johnstone McLean donated £40.00
You can do it Stewart and Gavin. Well done. Joyce & Archie
Wendy Carney donated £10.00
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Johnstone McLean donated to this page.
Praying for safe travels for all of you. Julia would be so proud of you. Mum & Dad
Malcolm Scott donated £50.00
Take care, good luck.
Ruth Haxton donated £20.00
Hope all goes well.
Ross Jack donated £50.00
Good luck Stewart!
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J D Clark donated £100.00
"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."
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I Moore donated to this page.
Safe cycling
Diane White donated £40.00
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Diane White donated £40.00
Good luck with the challenge Stewart, your usual grit and determination will get you through it! 💪 🚴♂️
Garry Blair donated £50.00
What a great initiative and cause. Every blessing for this venture.
Lesley Porteous donated £50.00
Stewart and Gavin, a great endeavour in memory of a super lady. Have a blast on your adventure!
Karen Marshall donated £50.00
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Clifford Haxton donated £50.00
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L E Goodman donated to this page.
Stewart, you are doing a wonderful thing. God bless you.
Valerie Nelson donated £25.00
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Moira Corrigall donated to this page.
A lovely lady who we were privileged to know.
Claire Atkins donated £20.00
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.
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Lorna Sabbagh donated £50.00
Sending lots of encouragement your way.
Stephen Haig donated £100.00
Good luck Stewart, Steve & Angela
Ruth Bennett donated £30.00
Bon courage for the route - sorry to read of the loss of Julia.
MR JAMES G WYLIE donated £500.00
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
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
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A J Pollard donated £15.00
Good luck Stewart and blessings to both of you.
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Michelle Allan donated to this page.
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
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Chelsea Cahill donated £15.00
Total inspiration guys. Good luck and I'll pray for good weather for you both. X
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Andrew Strachan donated to this page.
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
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An epic challenge which we know you will smash! In honour of the loveliest girl.
Anne McCully donated £30.00
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Alison Gardner donated £50.00
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
In memory of a great lady.
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Hilda Patterson donated to this page.
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.
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.
Wishing you safe travels with healthy legs and soft saddles. What a fantastic cause in Julia’s memory. Thinking of you both.
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Lindsay Honeyman donated to this page.
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.
Good luck with your challenge in aid of a worthwhile charity that is close to all your hearts xx
Rachael Dinsmore donated £20.00
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Louise Nixon donated £20.00
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Victoria Aitken donated to this page.
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
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Ralph Mercer donated to this page.
A great adventure and a great cause! All the very best!
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DH Pitts donated to this page.
I know you will smash it!!
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Good luck Stewart to you and Gavin on your LEJOG adventure, Julie would be so proud of you !