This September I will be taking on a challenge alongside many of my Coutts colleagues. I will embark on a 28k trek along the South Downs Way, a near 8 hours walk with a total climb of 2,600ft. Being more familiar with short intermittent sprints around a football pitch, this endurance walk is sure to be a challenge!

Why am I doing this? Well, quite simply, it is to support and raise money for an important charity – Place2Be. Place2Be is a children's mental health charity that works to improve the emotional wellbeing of children and young people.

They help them to cope with wide-ranging and often complex social issues including bullying, bereavement, domestic violence, family breakdown, neglect and trauma.

Any support you can spare would be most appreciated and support a fantastic cause.

Wish me luck!

Jemel.