This year, I’ve embarked on an incredible journey—one that will test my endurance, challenge my limits, and most importantly, support a cause that’s very close to my heart. In 2025, I’m challenging myself to complete 10 Ultra Challenges and a minimum of 500km to raise funds for East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices (EACH).

These events will take me across some of the most breathtaking landscapes in England and Wales—from the rugged trails of the Lake District to the sweeping coastlines of the Gower Peninsula. Each challenge is more than a marathon in distance, traversing tough terrain and offering stunning views that serve as both motivation and reward.

I've just got to the midpoint of the challenge, having completed 5 events to date. I've covered so far, Bath, Jurassic Coast, the Lake District, the Cotswold and the Perak District. The next challenge up is the North Downs.

So far, I have:

Gone the equivalent of Cambridge to Bristol.

Have climbed the equivalent of Ben Nevis over 4 times

Gone up the Empire State Building 208 times with the number of steps I have taken

Could have eaten over 156 Mars Bars to recover from the number of calories I have burnt in pursuing this.

There are still 5 events to go, and I’m excited (and slightly nervous) about what’s ahead. I’ll be updating this journal as I progress through each challenge.

This journey isn’t just about the distance—it’s about making a difference. EACH provides compassionate, specialist care for children and young people with life-threatening conditions across Cambridgeshire, Essex, Norfolk, and Suffolk. Their support extends from hospices—Milton, The Treehouse, and The Nook—to the homes and hospitals where families need them most. Their work is only possible through the generosity of others, and that’s why I’ve committed to raising a minimum of £5,000—£10 for every kilometre I walk.

Every donation, no matter the size, brings me closer to that goal and helps ensure that EACH can continue offering vital services to families during their most difficult moments.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for considering a donation. Your support truly means the world.