Milngavie spinathon raised more than £39k for Beatson Cancer Charity

The eight-hour event was held at Nuffield Health in Milngavie and raised £39,037.55 for the charity.

It was organised by spin instructors inspired by colleagues currently receiving treatment, as well as friends, family members and riders who the organisation has supported.

Instructor Bill Leckie said: “We thought we might raise £5000.

“Then it just went bonkers.

“People didn’t need persuading – they were asking how they could get involved.

“For our colleagues, and for everyone who has been supported by Beatson Cancer Charity, this meant a great deal.

“Even though we know the need is huge, being able to contribute in this way matters.

“We’ll keep helping, and we’ll keep going.”

An eight-hour spinathon at Nuffield Health Milngavie has raised £39,037.55 for Beatson Cancer Charit (Image: Beatson Cancer Charity)

With support from Nuffield Health Milngavie, nearly 40 bikes were brought into the studio for the day.

Riders completed eight 45-minute classes led by instructors Sheena Armour, Leigh Hay, Bill Leckie, Stevie Barr, Shona Robertson and Barry Shakeshaft.

Each session featured a different style and theme to keep participants motivated and engaged.

With every bike sponsored by local businesses and riders also raising funds individually, there were thousands of pounds already raised before the event began.

A raffle, food donations, goody bags and refreshments also added to the total and helped create a strong sense of community throughout the event.

Sheena Armour said: “It became about far more than fitness.

“People were doing something they love, in a place they feel comfortable, while raising money for a cause that means so much to so many of us.”

Staff at Nuffield Health Milngavie supported the event behind the scenes by coordinating equipment from other clubs and opening a hospitality lounge for participants to recharge in.

William Barber of Nuffield Health Milngavie said: “The energy never dipped.

“Even those who rode for all eight sessions were supported and managed properly.

“Safety and wellbeing always come first, and that’s what made the day work so well.”

The team believes the event has strengthened bonds within their spin community and hope to make it a regular fundraiser at other clubs.

“The commitment shown by the instructors, riders and everyone at Nuffield Health Milngavie is incredible, and the £39,037.55 raised will help us continue to support patients and families across the west of Scotland when they need us most.

“We are hugely grateful to everyone involved.”