From heartbreak to hope: Dad’s 'Coast to Coast' bike challenge 

A Glossop dad is taking on an emotional and physical challenge to give back to a charity that supported his family following the heart-breaking loss of his daughter.

Ian Logan, 49, is preparing to cycle more than 140 miles from Morecambe to Scarborough over two days this June, in aid of Child Bereavement UK. 

Ian and his family were left devastated in May last year when his daughter, Tamara, passed away, leaving what he describes as “a massive hole” in his life and in the life of his granddaughter, Coral. 

Over the past year, the family has received support from loved ones and charities, including Child Bereavement UK, which helps families come to terms with the loss of a child. Now, Ian says he wants to “give a little back” to help others facing similar grief. 

He will take on the Coast-to-Coast bike ride from 5th–6th June alongside a group of eight others, including his brother and two close friends, who are helping to organise the route. 

Ian admits the challenge will push him to his limits. Having not ridden a bike for more than 20 years, he is currently in training and has worked his way up to cycling 20 miles at a time. 

“Those that know me know bike riding isn’t my thing, so this will be a real physical, mental and emotional challenge” he said. 

He added that the support shown since Tamara’s death has brought comfort to him and his family: “It means the world to see how much Tamara meant to so many. If anyone is able to donate it would help countless other families going through similar experiences.” 

Child Bereavement UK supports children and young people up to the age of 25, as well as parents and families, helping them rebuild their lives after the death of a child. The charity also provides training for professionals to ensure bereaved families receive the best possible care. 

Donations to support Ian’s challenge can be made via his JustGiving page: www.justgiving.com/page/ian-logan-1?