Port Erin resident cycles 1,000 miles ahead of 75th birthday 

Gordon Drinkwater is thanking everyone who donated to his cause 

An Isle of Man resident has thanked the community for donating towards his charitable cycling challenge. 

Last month, Gordon Drinkwater set off on his bike with the aim of cycling 1,000 miles - and raising £1,000 for charity - before his 75th birthday. 

Weeks ahead of his birthday, the Port Erin resident managed to complete the challenge and reach his target. 

He says it's 'so important' to raise funds and awareness for charities like Breast Cancer Now adding completing his 1,000th mile was also very special: