Paddy McGuinness charity route TRACKER: Star finishes Children in Need challenge and raises a staggering amount of money
TV presenter Paddy McGuinness completed his lung-busting Children In Need cycling challenge today.
McGuinness, 51, finished his near-300 mile journey after setting off from Wrexham in Wales on Monday on a Raleigh Chopper.
He arrived at the finish line at the BBC studios in Glasgow.
The popular TV personality has raised a staggering £7.5 million over the course of the gruelling journey.
"I know it’s going to be brutal. I know it’s going to be hell," he said before setting off.
You can follow all the latest updates on Paddy's cycling challenge in our blog below...
Why is Paddy's bike called 'Patch'?
If you were wondering where the name Patch came from, Jo Whiley got the scoop last night during her Radio 2 show.
"The chopper is essentially a house brick with two wheels on!" said Paddy, "It's not made for these kind of journeys, they've patched it up. That's why we call it 'Patch'."
So now you know.
Paddy’s cycle challenge – what’s happened so far
If you’re joining our live coverage of Paddy’s Ultra Cycle Challenge, let us bring you up to speed with what’s happened.
- Radio 2’s Paddy McGuinness has been challenged to ride – on a specially customised chopper bike – from Wrexham to Glasgow over the course of the week to raise money for BBC Children in Need
- That’s a distance of approximately 300 miles
- He’s aiming to arrive at the BBC’s Pacific Quay building on Friday morning
How can you help?
Paddy’s Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge for BBC Children in Need is well underway! But he’s still got a long way to go…
If you’d like to support him with a text or online donation – you can find all the details in the graphic below or at this .
In pictures - more pics from Paddy's adventures in Blackpool
Here are some more pics of Paddy surrounded by supporters in Blackpool.
Vernon and Paddy catch up
Here's a great catch up between Vernon and Paddy earlier today.
In pictures - Day 2 in Blackpool
Here are some pics of Paddy in Blackpool earlier today.
Jeremy checks in with Paddy
As Paddy made his way over Shard Bridge, he spoke to Jeremy Vine who was following his movements on our , passing cars audibly beeped and shouted encouragement at him on the call. How did Paddy respond? By screaming:
"I'M TALKING TO JEREMY VINE EVERYONE WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE!"
The joys of live radio eh?
A councillor reports ..
Local councillor Adrian gives his account of Paddy's push through Blackpool today.
"It was like a presidential cavalcade! Absolutely fantastic. The man, the machine, the mighty McGuinness... There's quite a few people with him, its a beautiful day here in Blackpool as well, the sun is shining; the sand and the sea are looking absolutely beautiful..."
How can you help?
Paddy’s Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge for BBC Children in Need is well underway! But he’s still got a long way to go…
If you’d like to support him with a text or online donation – you can find all the details in the graphic below or at this .
New total raised ...
Paddy's challenge has now raised more than £250,000.
Paddy power? More like Paddy tower!
Our Ultra Endurance man has reached Blackpool Tower!
Don't forget you can track Paddy on his challenge .
Why is Paddy's bike called 'Patch'?
If you were wondering where the name Patch came from, Jo Whiley got the scoop last night during her Radio 2 show.
"The chopper is essentially a house brick with two wheels on!" said Paddy, "It's not made for these kind of journeys, they've patched it up. That's why we call it 'Patch'."
So now you know.
Paddy's pain
Life is not a beach for Paddy right now, he's got a sore back and a pretty hilly ride coming up - through the gorgeous, but mountainous, Lake District.
When radio pal Vernon checked in on him, he'd stopped off at the seaside for a much-needed back massage in front of an amused audience... but will it be enough to ease his back pain to get through the rest of his route today? It's quite the climb ahead of him.
You can follow Paddy's daily trials and tribulations in this blog.
How can you help?
Paddy's Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge for BBC Children in Need is well underway! But he's still got a long way to go...
If you'd like to support him with a text or online donation - you can find all the details in the graphic below or at this .
Update on Paddy's total
After learning he has raised £205,073 so far, Paddy was over the moon.
"It just means the world, it's doing so much good. Thank you very much everyone I really appreciate it!"
When Zoe Ball caught up with him, he was trying to find little moments of rest during his route.
"I'm on Patch, we're just in a little bit of slow traffic but I'm having a rest, whenever I see a red light I'm actually delighted."
He may be tired, but he's got his furthest day to get through. Thankfully, the support of all the listeners is powering him on...
"It's amazing people are coming out, and people are giving their all."
How much has Paddy raised so far?
So far Paddy's helped raise a whopping £155,727 for BBC Children in Need.
Watch the video below to see the moment Jo Whiley revealed the new total to him yesterday evening, leaving an emotional Paddy momentarily speechless!
Highlights of Day 1
Here's a video of some of the best bits of Paddy's trek so far.
Welcome to Day 2 of Paddy's Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge
Radio 2's Paddy McGuinness is about to embark on the 'furthest day' of his BBC Children in Need challenge.
You'll notice he's looking slightly pensive in the picture below, taken this morning.
Having successfully cycled from Wrexham in North Wales up to Preston in North-West England - on a specially customised retro chopper bike - Paddy's getting ready to hit the road again.
Today he'll be travelling approximately 68 miles, aiming to reach Kendal in the Lake District before the end of Jo Whiley's extended Radio 2 programme, which finishes at 10pm this evening.
We'll bring you more news of today's route shortly.
Want to show your support for Paddy?
Paddy’s Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge for BBC Children in Need is now underway but he’s still got four days to go…
If you’d like to support him with a text or online donation – you can find all the details in the image below or at the link .
How to track Paddy throughout the challenge
You can now follow Paddy’s every move with the BBC’s brand new tracker that will chart his progress – available now at this .
Paddy’s cycle challenge – what’s happened so far
If you’re joining our live coverage of Paddy’s Ultra Cycle Challenge this afternoon, let us bring you up to speed with what’s happened since 8.15 yesterday morning.
- Radio 2’s Paddy McGuinness has been challenged to ride – on a specially customised chopper bike – from Wrexham to Glasgow over the course of the week to raise money for BBC Children in Need
- That’s a distance of approximately 300 miles
- He’s aiming to arrive at the BBC’s Pacific Quay building on Friday morning
- So far he’s made his way through Flintshire, crossed the border into England, passed through Chester, caught the ferry ‘cross the Mersey into Liverpool, and ended Day 1 in Preston.
Welcome to Liverpool, Paddy
Paddy’s journey yesterday hit a high note when sixty 7-8 year-old school children provided a majestic musical moment, by bursting into a rendition of Yellow Submarine by The Beatles, in Liverpool, below.
After a challenging few hours, this wholesome chorus of voices would have definitely put a spring in Paddy’s step.
Want to show your support for Paddy?
Paddy’s Ultra Endurance Cycle Challenge for BBC Children in Need is now underway but he’s still got over four days to go…
If you’d like to support him with a text or online donation – you can find all the details in the image below or at the link .
How to track Paddy throughout the challenge
You can now follow Paddy’s every move with the BBC’s brand new tracker that will chart his progress – available now at this .
Paddy’s cycle challenge – what’s happened so far
If you’re joining our live coverage of Paddy’s Ultra Cycle Challenge this afternoon, let us bring you up to speed with what’s happened since 8.15 yesterday morning.
- Radio 2’s Paddy McGuinness has been challenged to ride – on a specially customised chopper bike – from Wrexham to Glasgow over the course of the week to raise money for BBC Children in Need
- That’s a distance of approximately 300 miles
- He’s aiming to arrive at the BBC’s Pacific Quay building on Friday morning
- So far he’s made his way through Flintshire, crossed the border into England, passed through Chester, caught the ferry ‘cross the Mersey into Liverpool, and ended Day 1 in Preston.
