THREE dads who set out to achieve something positive following the deaths of their daughters raised more than £1 million for a national suicide prevention charity.

The 3 Dads Walking, who have finished a second UK trek, say they have been overwhelmed by public kindness and generosity.

News and Star: Beth PalmerBeth Palmer (Image: Supplied)

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Andy Airey from Cumbria, Mike Palmer from Greater Manchester and Tim Owen from Norfolk set out to raise £3,000 each.

Their current total raised for PAPYRUS Prevention of Young Suicide stands at £1,004,709.

News and Star: Emily OwenEmily Owen (Image: Supplied)

The fathers dedicated two fundraising walks to their beloved daughters who were lost to suicide; 17-year-old Beth Palmer, 19-year-old Emily Owen and Sophie Airey who was aged 29. 

News and Star: Sophie AireySophie Airey (Image: Submitted)

Bereaved father Mike Palmer said: "We set out hoping to raise a few thousand pounds each. We then raised our target as the generous donations came in. All we can say is that we have been completely overwhelmed by public kindness and generosity."