The Hard Way - 2026 Fundraiser

'Whatever you do, always choose The Hard Way!'

To date, I have run over 80 Ultras and don't plan to stop any time soon! In 2026, I have a number of big challenges planned and would like to support a couple of charities that mean a lot to me.

• On 10th January I completed the Spine Challenger South - 108 miles along the Pennine Way. I endured 48 hours of lovely January mountain weather. Snow, hail, ice and wind! Read about my exploits here: https://thehardway.uk/2026/02/02/my-winter-spine-challenger-journey-108-miles-along-the-pennine-way-part-one/

• My second 2026 challenge is the Wild Horse 200 - a gruelling 200 mile, non-stop ultra running challenge across South Wales starting 15th April 2026 with a 120 hour cut-off.

• No doubt there will be more to follow!

My Why

The outdoors has shaped who I am. Through years of ultra-running, long days in the hills, and pushing myself through physical and mental challenges, I’ve learned first-hand how powerful movement, nature and purpose can be. The mountains don’t judge where you come from, what you’ve been through, or how fast you move — they just ask that you show up.

For me, time outside has always given me a deep sense of purpose, provided perspective and given clarity. It’s where I’ve found strength when things were hard, and where I’ve been reminded of what really matters.

That’s why I’m supporting two UK charities whose work reflects the belief that everyone deserves stability, dignity and the chance to rebuild — both practically and mentally.

Why This Matters to Me

Adventure isn’t about elite athletes, big summits or finish times. It’s about finding your own challenges, in your own way, at your own pace. The outdoors has room for everyone — and its positive impact on mental health, confidence and wellbeing is something I believe deeply in.

By supporting these two charities together, I want to back both:

• practical, life-changing support for people facing homelessness
• transformational mental health support using adventure and the outdoors as a force for good

Join Me

If this resonates with you — whether you’re an adventurer, a runner, a walker, or someone who simply believes in second chances — I’d love you to support this page.

Your donation helps someone move closer to a stable home, someone rebuild confidence and mental wellbeing and hopefully inspires others to find their own adventure, whatever that looks like!