Clare House held a House social and fundraiser event in School recently where they participated in an overnight collective attempt to row, cycle and run the equivalent 2,167km distance between Carlisle and San Gimignano in Italy, regarded by many as the spiritual home of the Augustinian community.

Starting at 4.00pm, and taking 9 hours to complete, the pupils (and staff!) worked tirelessly, each taking shifts on rowing machines, exercise bikes and running, showing tremendous House spirit. Whilst off shift, there was time to enjoy a bit of relaxation with refreshments and virtual reality games too.

Mrs Evans, Head of Clare House, said, “The pupils showed true grit and determination, not once leaving any of the exercise machines empty, and they have earned every penny of their sponsorship money which will be split between Bloodwise and a local charity”.

Congratulations to Clare for their efforts, and a special thank you to Talkin Tarn Rowing Club and The Gym Group in Carlisle for the kind loan of some of their equipment.