School hands cheque to Paddy McGuinness for cycle challenge

The television and radio presenter started his 300-mile cycle from Wrexham to Glasgow on a Raleigh Chopper pedal bike from the 1970's. 

He started the challenge at Wrexham AFC's SToK Cae Ras stadium on Monday morning, before crossing into Flintshire. 

And the BBC Radio 2 presenter and Top Gear star called in at Saltney Community Centre for his first pitstop - passing pupils at St David's High School along the way. 

Paddy McGuinness passes St David's High School in Saltney (Image: BBC) There, he met St David's High School headteacher, Steven Richardson, who presented him a cheque for over £300 that had been raised by a recent non-uniform day. 

We have had a fantastic morning cheering on Paddy McGuinness, who is completing his Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge, to raise money for Children in Need. We raised over £300, and a cheque was presented to Paddy, who was very grateful. pic.twitter.com/NdjbSHCSHD

— St David's Saltney (@stdavidssaltney) November 11, 2024

Mr Richardson said:  “We are incredibly proud to support Paddy McGuinness in his Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge for Children in Need. It’s inspiring to see such commitment to raising money for a charity that makes a real difference in the lives of children and young people.

"At St David's, we are always looking for ways to encourage our students to give back to the community, and supporting this wonderful cause was an easy decision. We wish Paddy the very best of luck as he continues his challenge – we’re all cheering him on.”

While in Saltney, he was met by fellow Top Gear presenter Chris Harris.

Paddy McGuinness and Chris Harris 

He said: "He's absolutely flying. He's landed an hour ahead of schedule. He's in good nick, Pad. He's looked after himself but he's riding a chopper which is a bit of a nightmare!"

Paddy moved on to Chester, before Seacombe where he boarded a ferry to cross the Mersey at lunchtime. 

To donate, please visit www.bbc.co.uk/paddy.