In October last year Chris Bygate (M.Eng) (graduated 2005), a Trev’s alumnus, died in a tragic accident whilst in the Lake District with his fiancée, Gar-Ling. Chris was an incredibly active and driven person all through his life and was heavily involved in college life (particularly Trev’s Jazz and TCBC) during his time at Durham. He was recognised for his contributions towards college life through receiving half colours.
Just weeks before his death Chris completed his first full Iron Man, making him even more of an inspiration to those of us who knew him best. In his memory, 12 of his friends from Trevs, along with his fiancée, sister and 17 of his other friends from the North East and his work at Rolls Royce are taking part in the Nottingham Outlaw Half Iron Man in June in order to raise money for the Great North Air Ambulance who battled to save his life. This involves a 1.6mile swim, 56 mile cycle followed by a half marathon.
Any sponsorship, however small would be gratefully received and would be going towards a fantastic cause.
Their fundraising page can be found at http://www.justgiving.com/TeamBygate.