Don’t they grow up fast – I don’t know whether to be more stunned by the fact that (son) Ben is off to Madagascar on a Scouts trip or the fact he has to be 16 to do it. Only slightly less stunning is the amount of money he needs to raise so he can go – it’s £2,500 all-in, and Ben has launched into fund raising with abandon. Car boot sales, quiz nights and sponsored walks abound.

If anyone’s interested in sponsoring Ben as he takes part in a 26 mile walk around Cheltenham, or indeed otherwise donating toward his costs please contact me directly, leave a comment or indeed, click the button.

Thanks!