From 17–24 September, Mark and I along with a dedicated team of 20 hospitality professionals will take on one of North Africa’s greatest natural challenges — the ascent of Mount Toubkal, the highest peak in the Atlas Mountains.

Mark and I have extensive experience of walking the Cumbrian mountains, but have never ventured this far or this high. I feel that this will be an enormous challenge for me as this will take me well outside my comfort zone as have never trekked into altitude before.

The HIT the Atlas Challenge will push participants both physically and mentally as they trek through rugged terrain and extreme altitudes to raise vital funds for HIT Scotland's scholarship programme.

Our scholarship programme creates life-changing opportunities for individuals to grow their skills, confidence and ambition through hands-on experience, learning from industry leaders and exposure to global best practice.

By supporting HIT the Atlas, you’re helping inspire talent, elevate the industry and make a real difference to people’s lives.