Round Wales Tractor Trek

Round Wales Tractor Trek

On 7th June 2003 a small group from the Llandeilo area set out on a nine day trek around Wales. Their aim was to raise £15,000 for Cancer Research UK Cymru, and to raise awareness of the need for early detection. The 740 mile journey was undertaken on a 1957 International BWD6 which had been restored over the last four years.

Goodyear supplied a new set of tyres for the tractor. 'Old Glory' vintage magazine did a photo-shoot and carried an article about the trek. Holwills Oils provided Oil and Diesel for the tractor. Several local firms sponsored the promotional signs and other smaller items, and the FUW gave it's full support.

The Trek was started at Llandeilo by the radio and TV presenter Roy Noble, together with media coverage from television, radio and newspapers.

Raffle tickets were sold beforehand and along the route.

The final sum raised amounted to a grand total of £17.225 which was presented to Cancer Research Cymru.

The organizers would like to thank everyone who contributed to this exciting event.

For further details, please contact

Edwin Arblaster

Ffoslas, Cwmdu, Llandeilo, Carms.

phone: 01558 685431

Supported by FUW Carmarthenshire, Jones International Coaches Llandeilo, Holwils Oils, Goodyear Tyres.