Taking on the Yorkshire 3 Peaks is the biggest physical challenge I have faced. I say physical challenge, but mental health is at the very heart of why I am attempting this challenge. I really started to feel the benefit of getting out in nature and walking for the benefit of my mindset, nearly 4 years ago during an intense and personally challenging time in my life. I have experienced my own mental health issues, sought therapy to help me navigate my own path through them, and held the hands of friends as they navigate the toughest of mental health crises, including suicide risk. This is why I am supporting The Hike With Mike Foundation.

Every day in the UK, 18 people take their own life. That's 18 people who feel their only option is to no longer carry on.

Suicide is and remains the the biggest killer of men aged under 45 - and this has to change!

Current NHS waiting lists for mental health support are c5 months, and many simply do not have this long to wait, taking their own life whilst waiting for help.

Every penny the Hike With Mike Foundation raises goes towards supporting those at risk of suicide by funding an initial 6 private counselling sessions within 24 hours.

For those in need, this can literally be the difference between life and death.

To date the charity has funded therapy for over 100 amazingly brave individuals and with your generosity, we hope to help even more.

Please remember if you are a uk taxpayer, you can increase the value of your donation by 25%, by selecting the GiftAid option.

So grateful 🙏🏼