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Pedal Power Pushes Up Taylor&Emmet Charity Fund

A first past the post biking battle against a team of fitness professionals has helped Sheffield’s Taylor&Emmet LLP raise more than £500 for its annual charity.

The cycling solicitors pitted their wits against Spa Naturel at the Mercure Sheffield St Paul’s Hotel to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Society.

Teams of ten from each firm competed in a head to head relay over the full Grand Depart distance – 390km – on static bikes situated on the St Paul’s terrace. The challenge was won by staff and members of Spa Naturel who built up an early lead and completed the full distance in just six hours. Despite suffering defeat, Taylor&Emmet’s side continued to the end, crossing the finish line just under an hour later.

The Spa Naturel team was presented with a special winners’ jersey by Zoe Barraclough, Alzheimer’s Society’s community fundraiser for South Yorkshire and the Humber. To mark the occasion and show support for their cycling colleagues, staff at Taylor&Emmet’s offices in Sheffield, Dronfield and Bakewell also participated a yellow-themed dress down day.

Claire Fletcher, Taylor&Emmet’s marketing coordinator, said: “We were really pleased both teams managed to complete the challenge in such impressive times. Although we were racing each other, there was a great sense of camaraderie between the cyclists who provided support and encouragement to those in the hot seats. I’d like to thank everyone that took part, particularly our friends at Spa Naturel, who so generously agreed to support our annual charity and helped boost our annual fundraising total.”

Taylor&Emmet is holding a number of initiatives throughout the year to raise funds for the Alzheimer’s Society. The organisation provides practical services and essential contact for families coping with dementia. To find out more, visit www.alzheimers.org.uk.

For more information about Taylor&Emmet’s annual charity or its range of personal and business legal services, telephone (0114) 218 4000, visit www.tayloremmet.co.uk or follow the firm on Twitter, @tayloremmet.

Issued: 08.07.2014

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