A PROJECT to build a wheelchair accessible outside space for patients at Holy Cross Hospital, Haslemere is a step closer to achieving its fundraising target after its latest fund raising push.

An 85-mile inaugural Brighton Capel Monster cycle ride which took place last month saw 47 riders cycle from Brighton to the village of Capel and back again.

Project leader Tom Hatton said: “The riders enjoyed some stunning countryside as they journeyed through Sussex and Surrey.

“By taking part in the race they have helped us raise several thousand pounds so patients at Holy Cross will soon be able to get out and experience the hillside woodland in the hospital grounds.”

The Treehouse Project involves building a 15-yard walkway to lead onto a four-yard viewing platform so patients and their friends and family can be together and take in some fresh air in a tranquil space.

“I would like to thank everybody who took part in the Brighton Capel Monster, our volunteer marshals and Farr Brewery for sponsoring the event,” said Tom.

To date, £25,000 has been raised. As well as this ambitious project, the fundraising team is looking for a volunteer structural engineer and carpenters to donate their expertise and skills.

More information can be found on the fundraising page at www.gogetfunding.com/the-treehouse-project