A MAN has reached his 100th day of walking as part of a mammoth-sized challenge to raise funds for a local hospice.
Adam Brown started his Great British Gut Buster challenge in April this year, which saw him set off from John O’Groats to end up at Buckingham Palace next month.
His journey so far has taken him across the northern coast of Scotland, south into England, along the Welsh coast, and now the southern coast of England.
Money raised while doing this will go to Eden Valley Hospice in Carlisle in memory of his friend Anna Pike, who died there.
As Adam nears the end of his challenge, Anna’s mum Jenny is encouraging more people to donate.
She said: “He has only had two rest days in almost 100 days, enduring a range of weather conditions and basic camping, most of the time.
“He is so determined to complete this challenge and to raise as much money as he can for Eden Valley Hospice in Anna’s memory.
“We are so touched that Adam has chosen to use this walk as a tribute to Anna and a thank you to the hospice, and we know Anna would be too.
“Every amount donated, no matter how small, will help the hospice and also encourage Adam to keep going."
Adam, from Yorkshire, said: “It's been the journey of a lifetime and I can honestly say, I've loved every single day.
“I've met lots of wonderful people that have shown great kindness and generosity in both assisting me and donating to the hospice.
“The memory of Anna is always with me and knowing the funds I raise will be put to good use really spurs me on.”
Jenny added: “When Anna became ill, the hospice enabled her to live as normal a life as possible, at home, just visiting the hospice daily or overnight, when required, for symptom control.
“When she became an in-patient on the adult ward, her family and partner were given accommodation at the hospice, so we could be near her.
“I cannot thank them enough for this. They made the worse time of our lives bearable.
“We were all treated with such kindness and understanding.
“The hospice provides an essential service for those with life-limiting illnesses and their families.
“It would not keep going without donations.
“So please support them, in any way you can.”
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