Army veteran, 76, takes on 1,000-mile Poppy Express challenge to raise thousands for Royal British Legion
They are selling poppies to passengers throughout these journeys
TL;DR
- Army veteran Denis Scaife, 76, and his wife Barbara are undertaking their 11th Poppy Express challenge.
- They are traveling 1,000 miles from Hull to London, to Stirling, Scotland, and back, selling poppies to passengers.
- This is the first time the Poppy Express will raise money on the West Coast, not just the East Coast.
- Last year, the couple raised £37,000 for the Royal British Legion.
- The Poppy Appeal's theme this year is to support families of serving personnel and veterans.
- Both Denis and Barbara are in their mid-70s and have faced health challenges but remain dedicated.
- Train operators Lumo and Hull Trains are supporting the couple's fundraising efforts.
- The Royal British Legion is the UK's largest Armed Forces charity, providing various support services.