As we embark on our third year of commitment, we are filled with excitement and purpose as we prepare for the Charterhouse Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge on June 27, 2025. This year, our team is dedicated to raising funds for SpecialEffect, a charity that has touched our hearts through its incredible work over the years. We have witnessed firsthand the transformative impact they have on individuals facing physical challenges around the globe.

SpecialEffect is not just a charity; they are a beacon of hope for many. Through their innovative use of technology, they enable inclusion and enjoyment by helping people unlock the magic of video games to the best of their abilities. They bring communication, independence, and hope to those in intensive care units with severe injuries. Moreover, their telepresent robots reconnect medically isolated children with their education and friends, fostering a sense of normalcy in challenging times.

This year, we aim to raise £8,000 to support SpecialEffect's mission. The Yorkshire 3 Peaks Challenge will see us tackle approximately 40km with over 5,000ft of elevation gain in under 12 hours. We invite you to join us in this journey—your support can make a significant difference in the lives of those who need it most. Together, let’s help SpecialEffect continue their vital work and bring joy and connection to those facing adversity.

We've got a lot of walkers this year - huge thanks to everyone for such a high level of support - and a quick list of names, in no particular order:

James Banks, Steve Middlehurst, Katie Kemshell, Andy Forrest, Alan Keith, Linton Braun, Liz Holmes, Mark Boden, Ben Stead, Chloe Emm, Craig Elswood, Emma Tiffin, Lee Hawkins, Max Homer, Nathan Ronchetti, Vicki Rishbeth, Turab Naqvi, Sarah Coleman, Eleanor Morden, Ric Williams, Dan Lloyd, Adam Page, Annie Glennie, Sushma Madahar-Walker, Paul O'Keefe, Neil Paul, Sol Wagner, Lee Baglin, Toby Wilson, Charles Aylwin, Kieran Mullins, Chris Edwards, Darren Standing, Jamie Ward, Carl Fletcher, Nic Williams, Adrian Sturdy, Paul Hughes, Stuart Costello, Richard Sacre, Kylie Sacre, James Smith, Steve Harris, Rob Dalgety, Simon Shelly, Zoe Birch, Jonathan Price, Rachel Rajkumar, Roz Denham, Nick Aikman, Joshua Maleary, Jamie-Leigh Wright, Charlie Partridge, Ben Chambers, Kunal Patel, John Walford, Larna Luckman, Steven McGowan, Brogan O’Donnell, Harriet Eustace-Forrest, Reuben Lund, Elliot Bennett, Oliver McLeery,

Particular thanks to Linton and Liz for being our awesome support crew for the third year running - we couldn’t do it without you!

Good luck everyone!