Women V Cancer
Leanne Gresswell
The Cleaver Chasers complete their Milan to Venice challenge for Women V Cancer.
Months of training, tireless fundraising efforts, and a whole lot of cycling mishaps. It all came down to three days, 355 kilometers, and the Cleaver Chasers absolutely smashed it.
We waved Helen, Zoë and Sarah off on the Thursday, ready to start their challenge from Milan on Friday 11th October. Their first day was a somewhat early start; up at 5.30am to collect their bikes and begin the journey toward Venice. Sarah was a bit concerned when she realised she’d been assigned bike number 13, but it happened to bring her plenty of luck on this occasion.
By mid-morning the Cleaver Chasers and the rest of the Dream Challenges crew had reached 30km, and by lunch, 60km! They enjoyed a scenic lunch and refueled, ready for a slightly hilly afternoon! All in all, they covered 72 miles in 7 ½ hours on the first day.
Time for day two and the Chasers are told that this will be the shortest day! However, their relief was short lived when they were told it would also be the hardest, with lots of hills to contend with. They sent us this photo along with the caption “everything hurts!” But at least they’re still smiling.
It might have been the hardest route of the three days, but according to our ladies it was definitely the prettiest. Those beautiful views of Lake Garda must have certainly helped. In fact, we know they did; because the Chasers successfully completed day two; that’s 60 miles (of almost non-stop inclines) in 6 ½ hours.
It was a misty start to the third and final day. But with the end in sight, they reached their lunch stop ahead of schedule. Just 45 miles to go until Venice…
Success!
The Cleaver Chasers crossed the finish line at 6pm on Sunday evening, with a well-earned glass of bubbles waiting for them. They spent the evening celebrating with the rest of the Dream Challenges group, plus the various friends, family and partners who had come to applaud them over the finish line. And, to top off an already emotional few days, our lovely Zoë returned from Venice with a ring on her finger!
We are extremely proud of these amazing ladies, and while they came home with huge grins and a well deserved sense of achievement, it’s important not to forget why they put themselves through it in the first place. The Milan to Venice cycle was organised by Dream Challenges to support Women V Cancer, which raises funds for three women’s cancer charities: Breast Cancer Now, Jo’s Cervical Cancer Trust and Ovarian Cancer Action.
With generous donations from family, friends and colleagues, plus money raised at our Charity Auction in June, a bake sale, handbag party and Tropic pamper party, the Cleaver Chasers were able to contribute a massive amount to Women V Cancer. In total, they raised over…
£9,000
At this point we’d like to say a huge thank you, on behalf of The Cleaver Chasers and Women V Cancer, to everyone who donated. We must also give a special mention to Susan Cleaver, our fourth Cleaver Chaser who played a huge part in achieving this incredible total. While Susan had to pull out of the cycle due to unforeseen health reasons, she put in all of the training and was instrumental to the fundraising efforts. In total, the Dream Challenges event raised a phenomenal amount of over…
£500,000
So, what will the Cleaver Chaser’s next challenge be, and will there be any new team members? We’ll be sure to keep you up-to-date, make sure you’re following us on Facebook for all the latest Cleaver Property Management (and Cleaver Chasers) news.
From autumn 2025, under the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Act 2023, all directors and Persons with Significant Control (PSCs) must verify their identity with Companies House. While many firms are handling this quietly in the background, we believe our clients deserve full visibility into what’s happening and how we’re preparing on their behalf. So, What’s Changing? This isn’t just another form to complete. The law is designed to: Stop people from using companies for criminal or dishonest purposes Improve transparency in the UK’s corporate system Ensure every director is personally identifiable and accountable If you don’t verify your identity, you may: Be barred from acting as a director Prevent your company from filing legal documents Be subject to fines or disqualification How Are We Supporting Our Clients? We’ve rolled out a full, structured support plan to help directors meet the new requirements. Here’s what Cleaver are doing : 1. Notifying Directors Early - We’ve contacted all directors across the companies we manage using tailored letters and templates, clearly explaining what’s required and when. 2. Offering Step-by-Step Guidance - We’ve created easy-to-understand materials to help directors: Choose how to verify (online, Post Office, or via an ACSP) Understand the process Get support if they’re unsure where to start 3. Tracking Progress Internally - We maintain a compliance checklist for every company we manage. This allows us to: Track which directors have verified Send timely reminders to those who haven’t Avoid last-minute compliance issues 4. Helping Boards with Removal (If Needed) - If a director refuses to verify and the company’s Articles allow for it, we’ll assist with: Legal guidance Notices and paperwork Filing director removal forms with Companies House 5. Answering Questions Along the Way - We’ve trained our team to answer queries about the new rules and if needed, we’ll help connect you with a solicitor or accountant who can act as an Authorised Corporate Service Provider (ACSP). Why Does This Matter? This legislation is a major step forward in protecting companies and the people who run them. We believe in staying ahead of compliance and ensuring our clients feel confident, not confused. By taking this proactive approach, Cleaver Property Management is helping to: Protect directors from penalties Ensure companies stay compliant Promote trust and transparency in the leasehold management sector Do You Need Help? If you’re a director and aren’t sure what to do next, we’re here to help you understand your responsibilities and how to meet them. Email your Cleaver Property Management contact or reach us at info@cleaverpropertymanagement Cleaver Property Management – Supporting Directors. Safeguarding Companies.
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Everyone here at Cleaver Property Management Ltd is thrilled to continue supporting Transform Housing & Support this year, we’ve donated a variety of Christmas Goodie Bags for Adults, Teens and Children, brightening the festive season for those who rely on their incredible services. This Christmas, they have launched a Transform Tree, a virtual tree where every donation helps spread kindness and warmth. https://ow.ly/cQYi50UfC2y 1. Choose your star or light on the virtual tree. 2. Donate to purchase your chosen star or light. Transform supports over 1,800 people each year, primarily in Surrey, but also in Wokingham, West Sussex and the London Borough of Sutton - Their purpose is to enable homeless and vulnerable people to live independent and fulfilling lives Together, we can make this festive season a little brighter for those who need it most. Every gift counts! Let’s come together to create a season of giving, love and community spirit!
