Welcome to www.harris.gb.net, the website and BLOG of Disabled Venturer, Richard Harris and wife Rachel, as they endeavour to journey across Africa overland. The 2011 Indlovu Drive supports www.motivation.org.uk

Fundraiser - Cookery Demonstration & Fish Lunch


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With the indomitable
Nigel Ward
Wednesday 24th November 2010

Channel Fisheries was started by Nigel Ward and Martin Purnell in 1981. Nigel trained as a chef with Trust House Forte and Martin came from a sales background.In 1984, the business expanded into Gloucestershire and Warwickshire, supplying the ever growing Country House Hotel market and it was around this time that we were asked to supply our first Michelin Star customers, further enhancing our reputation for quality and taking the business to a new higher level.By 2001 we were supplying the Ritz Hotel, The Hotel Intercontinental, the House of Commons, several of the leading Gentlemen's dining clubs and many Michelin star establishments. In 2006, we were granted the Royal Warrant after many years of service to the Royal Household, and for us a recognition of 25 years dedication to quality .Today, the company is recognised as one of the country's leading suppliers of fresh fish. Our portfolio of customers continues to grow and includes some of the most exclusive hotels and restaurants in the U.K.Nigel and Martin are still both involved on a daily basis with all aspects of the business, including the morning's purchases from Brixham market and dealing personally with customer enquiries.All of our local fish is purchased daily from the day boat fleet on Brixham, Plymouth and Looe markets, other species are sourced from Scotland, Brittany and Rungis market in Paris.We have on site a dedicated and highly trained team who are able to offer a full preparation service.

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- The United Nations Statistical Office estimates there are 20 million people in the world who need a wheelchair but don’t have one.
- The World Health Organisation estimate that the average life expectancy of a paraplegic in a developing country is between 2-3 years. In the UK life expectancy for a paraplegic is normal.
- The World Health Organisation suggest that between 20-40 people per million of the population will sustain a spinal cord injury in one year, many of whom will require the use of a wheelchair
- Scope suggest that 1 in 400 people worldwide have cerebral palsy.
- The Mines Advisory Group suggest that 26,000 people are killed or maimed by land mines each year.
Many of the above statistics are dramatically increased in areas of current or recent armed conflict, which continue to plague the world.
A huge demand is being placed at Motivation’s door. However, following our vision and looking into the future, the ultimate goal is to reach a point where there is no longer a need for Motivation to exist as we have helped local partners throughout the world to build their capacity to a point where they can independently meet the needs of their local communities.

The Indlovu Drive is proud to support www.motivation.org.uk


The Azalai pod is mated to the chassis for the first time Can't be too long to completion now!

"We hope to include our motivation, planning and the journey itself as this project grows from fledgling pub-talk to fulfilment of an impossible dream. Richard broke his neck playing rugby in 1986 and is dependent upon a Trekinetic off-road wheelchair and crutches for mobility, but recent advances in self care (Peristeen) and the import of the incredible Azalai Land Rover Camper conversion make the adventure possible.
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All that’s needed now is our commitment and belief – and quite probably a little luck and goodwill!” RicH and Rachel

Some of our pictures below, and through the site - we hope you enjoy them.

Welcome to the
Indlovu Drive 2011
Trans-Africa Expedition

About our logo: the wheel links with www.motivation.org.uk
the splendid and apt charity which we are supporting - Please take some time to check out their site

Why the Bull and Cow Elephants? The Carruthers Guide to 'The Wildlife of Southern Africa' says of Loxodonta Africana (Indlovu Zulu) "....Rough grey skin, often coloured by dust or mud.. Complex social life. Drinks daily if possible." 'Nuff said - if you Overland you'll understand.