A west Cumbrian boy has his heart set on becoming the youngest known Briton to summit one of Europe’s highest mountains.
Frankie McMillan, seven, from near Gosforth, will attempt to climb Mount Olympus next month - while raising lots of money for his local mountain rescue team heroes.
Mountain leader mum Basia McMillan is in no doubt about her son's ability and is looking forward to joining him on the challenge.
"Children of Frankie’s age do not usually climb the ‘Mountain of the Olympian Gods’ but Frankie has been climbing some of England’s tallest and rockiest summits since he was three years old," she said.
"He likes scrambling and is also considered proficient on a climbing wall."
Standing at a towering 2,918 metres, the summit in Greece is not only three times higher than England’s tallest mountain, it also includes a kilometre of near-vertical ascent/descent on ropes.
The climb will take three days, with two nights spent in a mountain refuge.
According to the Hellenic Mountain Guides Association, it is thought Frankie will be the youngest Briton ever to scale Mount Olympus at its Mytikas summit, said Basia.
Her son, who has already bagged 190 of the 214 Wainwright fells, had his sights set on the master of all mountains - Everest.
"He wants to go as far and high as possible," said Basia.
"I told him he is too young for Everest and can only go to a height without the risk of oxygen issues."
He and his mum are training hard, with lots of fun days out on the fells, supported by dad Andy.
"He is very excited and can't wait," said Basia, who runs Hills and Skills, leading guided walks and running mountain skill days.
They are both big supporters of Wasdale Mountain Rescue Team, who Frankie is raising funds for.
"They are our local heroes who volunteer their time and their skills to help those who get into difficulty in the heart of the Lakeland fells," said Basia.
The 40-strong team has been helping people for more than 50 years and responds to more than 100 calls for help each year.
To sponsor Frankie, go to www.justgiving.com/page/basia-mcmillan-1689260661320.
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