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16/09/2009 08:01:33

Tom.Haczewski

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I've just created a page to fundraise for my record attempt - I'm goingto try to beat the world record for eating Jaffa Cakes in a minute. I've tried, and I reckon I can beat it - problem is I'm meant to be watching my weight, so I'm not sure how much practice I'll be getting in beforehand!

Anyone got any ideas on where to do this (preferably in Norfolk somewhere)? Apparently for it to count it has to be in a 'publicly accessible place' - might be nice to give out some free jaffa cakes and things. Anyone have any ideas?

18/09/2009 09:00:33

Jeremy

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Tom - is it worth approaching the makers of Jaffa cakes (McVities), to see if they will sponosor you - or at least supply a few packets of 'cakes'

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18/09/2009 16:12:13

Paul

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Check this out Tom if you haven't seen it already:

http://community.guinnessworldrecords.com/_Most-Jaffa-Cakes-Eaten-In-One-Minute/blog/349677/7691.html

24/09/2009 11:48:23

Tom.Haczewski

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Jeremy - Great suggestion. I'll get a letter off to McVities next week!

Paul - thanks for the link. Funnily, this is where I started - watched the video of that chap breaking the world record (currently 6 whole Jaffas in one minute) and figured I could beat it.

Had a test run a short while ago and I can definitely trough 7 in a minute...

05/10/2009 11:11:17

Melanie.Wallis-Johnson

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Hi Tom
Read your post with interest! We're a charity www.worldhorsewelfare.org based with our head office in Norfolk (Snetterton, just off the A11). We're open to the public on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays - perhaps we could make your record attempt into a little fundraiser?! A few of my colleagues love Jaffa Cakes, and would probably be happy to join you. Get in touch if you are interested...

05/10/2009 14:57:07

Tom.Haczewski

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Hi Melanie (and welcome to VMG) - that's a great idea, I'll definitely get in touch!

Now to find some professional sportspeople who are qualified in the correct operation of a stopwatch (yes, that's what Guiness World Records ask for)...

19/10/2009 17:26:03

Keef

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Any news Tom? Did McVities get back to you? Have you set a date yet?

28/10/2009 16:40:36

Melanie.Wallis-Johnson

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Hi Tom

Any news on a date? I've got lots of colleagues here at World Horse Welfare lining up to join you in your record attempt!

Mel

29/10/2009 09:41:45

Tom.Haczewski

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Well I've emailed McVities but not heard anything back, yet. I'll let you know if I hear anything.

@Melanie as for setting a date, I'm glad you're all raring to go! I'm thinking some point in the new year perhaps - just to give us all time to get ready and make sure everyone can make the same date (and also to get some official timekeepers involved!). What do you think? When would your venue be available?

18/06/2011 18:04:02

Ignacio.de Bartolome

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Hello everyone. could you guys give me advise onnwhat to do to raisr money for this challenge:

http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/team/aids-aid

i.e it is a triathlon

Thanks!

29/07/2012 17:05:07

Ed.Blake

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Any chance you could make a donation to help these poor lads?http://uk.virginmoneygiving.com/combatstress cheers if not can you give it a shout out