On the 1st of August I will be taking on the UK 3 Peaks in less than 24 hour challenge in memory of my late best friend Calum Edward’s who we sadly lost to suicide in September last year.

I’m taking on this challenge, to raise awareness of the amazing work the Samaritans do, to show people there is always someone out there who will listen to your problems and help guide you through the difficult moments of life and show them they do not have to face their struggles alone.

I’d do anything to turn back the clocks and give Cal a shoulder to cry on in his time of need, therefore if I can help just one person find the help they need and avoid the devastation and the hole in the heart suicide leaves behind, then every step of this challenge will be worth it.

I will be climbing the 3 highest summits in the UK, starting off at the tallest mountain in Scotland and the UK in Ben Nevis, I will then proceed to climb Scaffel Pike the highest mountain in England and will finish my journey summiting Snowdon the tallest mountain in Wales, all within 24 hours.

Cal was one of the kindest souls you could ever meet. He would do anything for anyone, often putting others before himself whilst hiding his own struggles behind a big smile. Tragically, he battled his problems alone, which ultimately led to him losing his fight with mental health.

That is why I want to stress how important charities like the Samaritans truly are. Their 24 hour support line is staffed by trained volunteers who genuinely care and want to help people through their darkest moments, offering support, guidance, and someone to listen when it’s needed most.

Even the smallest donation can help train new volunteers, support outreach into local communities, and maintain their 24/7 helpline. Following this challenge, lm looking forward to completing my own volunteer training so I can continue supporting the cause.

This means far more to me than simply climbing mountains or testing my physical limits. It’s about supporting a cause that saves lives and I’d love for you to be part of that with me.

I would be incredibly grateful for any donation, no matter how small.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and for any support you can give.