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Barry’s Backyard Ultra for Mental Health – The Woodpecker Project

Barry Smollens is raising money for THE WOODPECKER PROJECT

Brighton Backyard Ultra · 9 May 2026 ·

THE WOODPECKER PROJECT have teamed up with backyard Ultra UK to get people running for mental health in 2026. Our amazing team of fundraisers and being brave and taking on the challenge of running 4 miles every hour until one remains.

Story

I’m taking on a Backyard Ultra this year 🏃🏻‍♂️ one of the toughest endurance challenges I’ve ever faced, to raise money for mental health and suicide prevention.

Running, cold water, and community have played a huge part in protecting my own mental health. When life has felt heavy or uncertain, movement and connection have helped keep me grounded.

Through this journey, I’ve seen how powerful support and honest conversations can be. That’s why I’m proud to be raising money for The Woodpecker Project, who work to place mental health first aiders in fitness communities and use challenges to save lives.

My goal is to raise £1,000 to support their life-saving work. Every donation, no matter the size, helps reach someone who may be struggling in silence.

This challenge will test me physically and mentally, but I’m doing it for something bigger than myself.

Thank you so much for your support ❤️

Baz

Donation summary

Total
£405.00
+ £98.75 Gift Aid
Online
£405.00
Offline
£0.00

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