In early June, I am aiming to climb the peaks of Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in as close to 24 hours as possible with a team from Durham University. I will be raising money for Teesdale and Weardale Search and Mountain Rescue Team.

Teesdale and Weardale Search and Mountain Rescue Team operates 24/7 every day of the year. The team responds to requests by the police to a range of incidents, from injured or lost people in the hills to vulnerable missing people in urban settings. The rescue team consists of about 50 volunteers who have full time jobs and meet almost all their own expenses. They will typically respond to between 40 and 50 requests for help every year. Team vehicles, rescue kit, medical supplies and operational running costs are in excess of £40,000 per year so rely on donations from the public to allow them to continue providing this free public emergency service.

Any donation, no matter how big or small, would be much appreciated. Thank you for your support!