In August 2019, my best friend and flatmate Eilidh tragically passed away at Bracklinn Falls. Five years on, I'm finally taking on a charity challenge in her memory to raise money for Killin Mountain Rescue, a volunteer mountain rescue team located in Killin and Callander who were critical in the rescue efforts that day.

This challenge consists of two separate sections, with us setting off on the West Highland Way on June 30th 2025. This is a 96 mile long trail which passes through the district covered by KMR as we start in Milgavnie and aim to reach Fort William on the 5th July.

Following this, the second part of the challenge begins as we tackle the Three Peaks Challenge, conquering the highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales over a 24 hour time period. Climbing Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon.

This challenge will take us over 119 miles and 6563 meters of elevation, over 8 days this will be a challenge that takes us the height equivalent of Kilimanjaro and more.

Money raised will go towards providing every team member with a safety harness and replacing some technical hardware. Coincidentally all equipment being replaced was used to assist in the rescue efforts for Eilidh back in 2019 and this challenge will be a lasting legacy for her that will benefit other people in need.

Killin, Callander and District Search and Rescue Group, known as “KILLIN MOUNTAIN RESCUE TEAM” is a Scottish Charitable Incorporated Organisation (SCIO) regulated by the Scottish Charity Regulator (OSCR)’, Scottish Charity Number SC044098.