ALMOST £10,000 has been raised for a Parkinson's charity as a twin's 1,200-mile trek for his brother made a 'homecoming' pitstop.
Huw Davis, from Alderley Edge, is walking from John o' Groats to Land's End in honour of his brother Tom, who has been living with the condition for 15 years.
The 65-year-old began his trek in April and ahead of an expected completion date in mid-June, he stopped off in Cheshire on his way south.
During his pitstop, Huw joined his niece Tilly Davis and brother Tom, from Knutsford, where they met Tatton MP Esther McVey.
Esther said: "It was a privilege to be invited to meet Huw, Tom, and Tilly when Huw arrived in Alderley Edge.
"We enjoyed a coffee and chat at the Neki Cafe and caught up on Huw’s journey so far.
"We talked about blisters and backpacks and how he spends his evenings doing handwashing because completing this challenge alone means he has to carry everything in his backpack, so his clothes need to be rotated!
"What Huw is doing is remarkable and I wish him well in the rest of his journey. I hope he raises as much money as possible so we can find a cure for this terrible disease."
Tom, who was diagnosed with Parkinson's 15 years ago, recently underwent deep brain surgery which has improved his mobility and posture and 'transformed his life'.
Previously, Tom said: “Introduced only 15 years ago, DBS exists thanks to the dedication and innovation of researchers.
“The money Huw is raising will help fund vital research and provide support for people living with Parkinson’s, offering others the same hope, improved quality of life, and access to treatments that I have been fortunate to receive.
“What Huw is doing makes me very proud."
Huw, who has so far raised £9,415, added: “What I am doing is not easy, but it is nothing compared to what people living with Parkinson's go through every day.
"It was so lovely to meet Esther and I can't thank her enough for taking the time out of her weekend to meet me, Tilly, and Tom to show her support for Cure Parkinson's.
“I am really grateful for the support I have received so far and look forward to continuing the rest of the walk to Land’s End."
Donations can be made on via justgiving.com/page/huw-davis-toptobottom.
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