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Friday 10th November 2023
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We're half way there!
Thanks to everyone's support and some almost superhuman efforts over the weekend of August 11-13th, we beat the 5 Peaks Challenge!
At 10.45am on Friday August 11th, 16 of our colleagues left Mallow, bound for Carrauntoohil in Co. Kerry, the first of 5 mountains they would be climbing in their attempt to beat the 5 Peak Challenge in just 48 hours.
As we left Mallow, the weather changed from sunshine to heavy showers and with the event trackers activated at 1.30, the challenge officially began when the team headed off to face their first mountain - the impact of the changeable weather conditions took many by surprise and few were prepared for the harsh reality of the Devils Ladder!
After a swift change from sopping wet clothes, it was off to Slieve Donard, which would be climbed in the dark, with the experienced DPS team leading the way, the heavens opened on the climbers at 3am and once again, they returned to the bus soaked to the skin, with tiredness starting to set in.
Saturday morning saw the team crossing the Irish Sea by ferry, having a huge breakfast, well deserved hot showers and, in some cases, a nap ahead of their next climb up Snowdon. Luckily, the weather conditions were perfect for this one and getting back to the bus dry for a change really lifted everyone's spirits!
Just as well, because we only had 3.5hrs until the next nighttime climb up Scafell Pike. We had to leave the big bus and decamp off into 3 mini buses to travel an hour up winding and twisting country lanes to get to Scafell which we knew would be daunting as there had been very little recovery time.
Then came the drive to the big one - Ben Nevis - and the decision was made to split the remaining climbers into two teams, one where the energy reserves were high, the focus was laser visioned and the determination was strong to smash the challenge and the other consisted of those who knew they were struggling but wanted to see how far they would make it without the pressure of the ticking clock against them!
The aim was to be back at our bus by 1.30pm so a climb time of 4hrs 45mins was set.
DPS' Peter Johnston absolutely smashed it, back with almost 2 hours to spare, hot on his heels came Pedrollo Distribution's Tadhg Buckley with EPS' Paul McCafferty and next back were the trio of Ferrier Pumps' David McIntosh and Todd Grace (who completed it with his laces open!!) and DPS' Curtis Skipp.
Massive honourable mentions to EPS' Paul Kenny and Tony Doyle, DPS' Chris Wallace, IPP's Liam Walsh who completed all 5 peaks but just outside the 48 hour window.
Our late colleague Jason Hickey was also due to be taking part and Tony and Paul brought his set of screwdrivers which had his initials etched on them and left one at the top of each peak in his memory.
Next in November, Curtis Skipp and Kevin Davey will head to South America to face the 7-day 58km Machu Picchu Inca Trail in Peru, To celebrate the Action Cancer 50th Anniversary bringing a year long fundraising effort by our Group to a hopefully very successful and safe end.
We would be sincerely grateful for any and all support that our Group colleagues, friends and family can send our way for this massive year of fundraising, training and taking on the challenge itself!
Directly donated to series
Colin Mochan Grundfos
Well done everyone involved fantastic achievement
John McInerney - Awbeg Water Solutions
Well done everyone - incredible effort!
Lily Johnston
Well done Peter and everyone else involved. Fantastic effort for worthwhile causes.
Michelle, JJ & Casey
Congrats Dad (Tadhg), super proud of you and all the team
The Turks
Top work JJ - the old knees there look like they just about held up 😉
Stu
Well done JJ. I can't do gift aid gift as I work for Facebook and it would be against company policy to pay taxes where possible.
Eileen Gavin
Congrats nick, what a great achievement for the team!
Anna Kerins eps
Thank you to everyone for their hardwork and dedication to this event outstanding achievement for all involved for amazing causes.
Cooks Van Hire
Well done to all who took part in this difficult challenge. You guys have raised an amazing total
John Richardson
Good man Nicky! Those years in Inst flids running around Ballykinler paying off at last!
Gerard Mannix
Congratulations to EPS and all involved. Wonderful achievement.
Scotts Electrical Services
Congratulations to all who took part from the Scott’s team.
Gary Gilliland and family
Great going all the teams DPS, EPS and all others that have conquered last mountain completed. Safe travel home to all.
Aimee & Gar
Well done to everyone. I am sure Jay is there with you all for every step. 💙
Lisa Sweeney
Good luck to everyone taking part in this challenge. Good luck to Gordon winch who is taking part on behalf of team Scotland
Jamie Torrens
Good luck Nick. Keep walking like Kermit is after you
Honorata i Sylwester Furman
Well done guys ! All the best on the mountains trials ! Antoni we are proud of you Xx Mom & Dad
John Madden
Best wishes to you all on your endeavours. What a fantastic achievement and experience. Here's wishing you a safe journey
Conor Lydon
Well done for all your hard work and training leading up to this point. Your an inspiration to us all.
Katie and Lucy Johnston
Good luck to Peter and all the team! What an incredible challenge. 2 down 3 to go 👏
Robin Maher
Remembering a great man and friend today. I had the honour of summiting Ben Nevis with Hanks (Jason) in June and I know for sure he will be summiting all 5 peaks with yee this weekend. Best of luck to all involved in this challenge!
Aidan McGinley
Good luck and congratulations to everyone completing this for worthy causes.
Gordon Hunter
All the best pal, With your challenge watch off for the the wildcats and Bigfoot 😀 Take care you’ll smash it !!
Sarah-Clare Nolan
Donating in memory of Jason Hickey, I am sure he will be with you all in spirit x
Gillian Hickey
Best of luck to everyone involved. I know Jay will still be there 💙
Breda & Paul O'Sullivan
For Jason Hickey. Remembering Jason this weekend as he would of embarked on this challenge. Thinking of Jason always x
Mary Hickey, Chloe & Tristan
Best of luck to all involved. Safe travels over the next couple of days I know Jay will be with you all every step of the way ❤️
Jill Skipp
Good luck Curtis, we're very proud of you! What an awesome challenge for 3 very worthwhile causes! Wishing you and all your colleagues a safe trek over the coming days. Enjoy the adventure... ...you'll smash it! Love Mum & Dad x
Craig, Anna-Marie, Ross and Alfie
Good luck folks on what is a tough tough challenge for a great cause. Go and smash it!!
Springfort Hall Hotel & Guests Charity Fund
Best of luck to everyone taking part!
Brian Greenaway
Good luck Peter, £10 a peak but I want change of you don’t make it. Brian
Claire Torrens
Wishing Nick and his colleagues the very best of luck over the next couple of days. Amazing to see the support you have received, and the money that has been raised. Staff safe everyone.
Ann & John Fitz
No bother to you Alan💪 Best of luck to you and your colleagues 😊
Mary Donoghue
Best of luck lads .. Hanks will be ye all the way and will be forever in our thoughts ❤️
Katrina Burke
Best of luck to all taking part in this huge challenge. It'll be worth all the pain and blisters raising money for worthy causes. Trina
Louise Hickey
Wishing Alan and teammates best of luck on this challenge. Be safe.
Hazel Craigan
Good luck to you all on this amazing journey, stay safe.
Irene O’ Byrne
Best wishes to everyone taking part from everyone at Tullow RFC.
Chloe
You’re a mad man! Amazing achievement so far. Good luck Skipp!
Marie & Brendan McMahon
Best of luck Sara and everyone - well done and stay safe!
Derek O Connor
Hello Alan wishing you and all the crew all the best on the challenge. Regards Derek
Dorothy Boyd
Good luck Curtis and team. Best wishes with your challenge! Love Nanny.
petermcc
All the best to DPS/EPS with the 5 peaks hope the weather gods are smiling
Alastair &Beryl Wilson
A wonderful effort well done to all involved
Mark Tipples
What a fabulous thing to be supporting. Well done to NIW and EPS and all those who give the time and compassion to make this happen. 👏
Edward McCall
One small step for the Nass Office, one giant achievement for EPS .Well done to all.
Cawley Family
Very best of luck to Alan and colleagues - so many supporting you all the way!
Chris La Cumbre
Great Challenge, Best of Luck to Alan, Paul, Tony & Jacob. Hope the weather stays fine for you. Hurry up, the bus is waiting!!
Lyndsey and Brett Lange
Can’t wait to track your progress! What an amazing thing you do every year to raise money. See you tomorrow!
Delta valves & Plastics
Good luck to everyone involved, with our best wishes
Carlow Concrete Tanks
Best of Luck to EPS and all involved from all in Carlow Concrete Tanks.
Valve Actuator Solutions
Good luck from all of us at VAS, its a serious challenge you've set yourselves to help some great causes
Lee Roberts - DESMI
This donation is on behalf of DESMI Ltd, and wish everyone success with their challenge!
Noel Nolan Carlow
Best of luck to all involved, great causes and some of them very close to my heart.
Pat Phibbs
Best of Luck Alan and all involved, Great work for a great cause.. 👍
Carmel Power
Best of luck Alan & Co look after yereselves and come home safely
Netzsch Pumps & Systems Ltd
We at the NETZSCH Team are delighted to be sponsoring the Ben Nevis peak. Good luck with all of your challenges.
Veolia Water Technologies & Solutions
We are pleased to be supporting you in this challenge to raise money for these amazing charities and looking forward to joining you along the way!
Underground Inspection Services
We are sponsoring Ben Nevis. Good luck with all the challenges.
Pedrollo Spa
Best wishes for the 5 Peaks challenge from all at Pedrollo Pumps Italy. We are sponsoring the Snowdonia peak in Wales
Eamonn Fitzgerald
Wishing Alan Burke and the lads the best for Carrauntoohil
J&K Coaches
Good luck folks. Wishing you all the best with your fundraising event, from all at J&K Coaches and Croga Tours 💙💚
KAR UK Ltd
We are proud to be sponsoring peak Carrauntoohil. We would like to wish the best of luck to everybody taking part in the challenge. From all at KAR UK.
Global Water Solutions
Good luck to all at EPS, Pedrollo, DPS, Ferrier and IPP taking part in 5 Peaks challenge, from GWS 👍
R&R Power & Control Systems Ltd
We are sponsoring the Slieve Donard Peak! We want to wish everyone involved all the very best in their efforts towards this amazing charity!
Crest Pumps Ltd
We're sponsoring Scafell Pike - Great causes and best of luck to all the team!
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