Dear Reader, Friend or Family!

On Sunday 29th March, I will be leading group of University of Surrey staff, students and friends on the Surrey Three Peaks Challenge — an 8 to 10 hour hike across three classic Surrey Hills: Box Hill, Holmbury Hill and Leith Hill. The total ascent is 1,060m, and for many in the group, it will be their very first hike — making it a real personal challenge as well as a collective one!

The Yoga Society at University of Surrey, organisers of this event, have chosen to divide all funds between Dementia UK and Beat UK, both close the hearts of members — having personally supported them or their families face dementia related end of life or eating disorder related therapy.

Dementia UK provides vital specialist support to families navigating the devastating effects of dementia — a condition that will affect 1in 2 of us in our lifetime. Beat UK does exceptional work supporting those living with eating disorders. With an estimated 1.25 million people in the UK affected, and cases rising significantly among young University students like ourselves, their work has never been more needed.

Every donation, no matter the size, helps these charities continue bringing life-changing light into families' lives across the country. If you're able to contribute, the team would be truly grateful — your generosity makes a real difference.

Together, we’ll help support those silently affected by dementia and eating disorder related cases 💜