Amputee's Bus Pass Challenge for Rugby Club

0:00On April 3rd, a 72-year-old amputee from Greater Manchester is taking on an epic bus pass challenge, willing 1,200 miles. From John O'Grotes in Scotland, all the way to Lanzand in Cornwall, sticking strictly to public buses. Barry McElston kicked off this seven-day trek on March 31st, aiming to raise cash for his local rugby club that pulled him through tough. Times after a life-altering accident, five years back, Barry lost his leg and spent ages in a coma, but volunteering at Withenshaar Community Rugby Club got his mental health back on. Tracky caused its impact beyond words. Last year, he nailed a similar run from Manchester to London, pulling in over 1,500 pounds to fix up the club's rundown spots, and now he's gunning for 700 pounds more. From his first stop in Orkney, Barry's pushing to save the club from crumbling facilities and council delays while inspiring other wheelchair users. To hit the buses, expect him to roll in April 7th, buzzing with that unbreakable spirit.