WINCHESTER man Gerry O’Keefe has completed his bold journey from London to Paris to raise money for a charity for the homeless.

He cycled for three days in a bid to help Trinity – a shelter for vulnerable and homeless Winchester people – and completed his journey on Friday, September 19.

The 68-year-old trustee has so far raised £1,800 of his £2,500 target to help pay for a new IT system at the Trinity centre but said the ride was not without its challenges as he faced the perilous Parisienne traffic.

He added: “We’ve raised £1,800 so far but the plan is to get to £2,500.

“We need help to replace the IT structure – it underpins the entire programme and it’s vitally important to the centre.”

To prepare for his journey Mr O’Keefe had been cycling up to 150 miles per week and he took part in the 75-mile Meon Valley Monster Ride.

To find out more visit trinitywinchester.org.uk or call the centre on 01962 842827.