WALKING the city’s flyovers may not appear to have much in common with the Great Wall of China but, for Pamela Trodd, of the Therapy Studio, at the Basepoint Business Centre in Southampton, it’s the perfect training ground for her latest fund-raising challenge in memory of her much-loved father.

Pamela lost her Hampshire cricket coach father to bowel cancer less than a year ago and now dedicates much of her spare time to raising money for the charity, Bowel Cancer UK.

This time, Pamela has her sights set beyond her local horizons and is planning to trek along a section of the 4000-mile length of the World Heritage Site, parts of which date to the fifth century BC.

Pamela explains her motivation: “Having lost my dad to this illness, I realise just how important the work done by Bowel Cancer UK is. I have decided to take on one of the biggest challenges of my life to raise funds to help this organisation continue with its great work.

“Walking the Great Wall of China will be a real test for me, but I am really looking forward to it. Fortunately, I have Dave, at Aspirations Personal Training, as my next-door neighbour here at Basepoint and he is helping me to improve my fitness levels, plus I have my father’s sporting legacy to inspire me.

“I don’t just want to lumber through it but to enjoy the whole experience.”

Dave said: “Pamela has true dedication when it comes to her training sessions. We have been working hard on her cardio and strength as she will need both for this trip. Regular walks of the two bridges here in Southampton, plus hard work in the studio, are already starting to pay off. I have absolutely no doubt that come September when the trip takes place Pamela will be more than ready.”

Pamela runs the Therapy Studio which offers a wide range of beauty and complementary therapies, including sports massage and holistic treatments.

If you would like to support Pamela’s walk, visit www.justgiving. com/pamelatrodd1 where you can pledge a donation or leave a message of encouragement.