STUDENTS displayed "great camaraderie" as they took on the ultimate fitness challenge cycling a total of 101 miles in recognition of 101 years of the Royal British Legion. 

Two teams of Bracknell and Wokingham public service students pedalled on bikes for one hour to raise money for the charity, in light of Remembrance Day.

They have raised more than £450 out of their £1,001 goal.

The fundraising event took place in the Recharge café at the Church Road campus between 9am to 4pm, with both teams completing the relay by 11.50am.    

Chief Executive of Activate Learning Gary Headland Chief Executive of Activate Learning, visited the fundraising event to chat to the students about the Royal British Legion and take part in the fundraising activities, by cycling for an hour.  

He said: "I was extremely proud to get involved in the fundraising activities for the Royal British Legion. As a former military professional and having previously been President of the Lincoln branch of the Royal British Legion, this is a cause that is very close to my heart and one that I consider of great importance. 

“It has been fantastic to see our Public Services students at Bracknell and Wokingham College working together as a team to raise money for the Royal British Legion and showing their respect for a charity that supports our Armed Forces community. 

“Congratulations on raising over £450. A massive well done! I couldn’t be prouder!” 

Shannon Pooley, 17, from Bracknell was one of the students that took part in the challenge. 

She said: “We chose to do a physical activity that incorporated 101 miles in recognition of 101 years of the Royal British Legion. 

“It’s been great. I really enjoyed taking part. I’ve learnt about teamwork because we were swapping in and out for each other to make the goal more achievable."

The Royal British Legon supports members of the Armed Forces as well as emergency services and those affected by terrorism and war.

Public Services Teacher at Activate Learning Daniel Ellis said: "As the students are looking to join the emergency services and armed forces in the future, it is a great opportunity for them to support them. 

“It’s been really good to see them working together on this project. They’ve been enhancing their teamwork, communication and problem-solving skills.  

“It’s also created a great spirit of camaraderie and being able to support charity work and knowing that the money raised will support veterans and families of veterans to make their lives better when they’re going through hard times.  

If you would like to support the students’ fundraising efforts, donations can also be made via their Just Giving page: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/bracknell101