Hi everyone!

I’ve set myself a massive challenge for 2026. This May, I’ll be taking on the Great

Birmingham Run Half Marathon, pounding 13.1 miles of pavement to fundraise for

a life-changing expedition to Knoydart, Scotland, with the British Exploring

Society (BES).

The Challenge

The Great Birmingham Run is just the beginning. The real goal is Knoydart—one of

the last true wildernesses in the UK. Known as "Britain's Last Wilderness," it’s only

accessible by boat or a very long hike. While there, I’ll be living off-grid, conducting

environmental projects, and navigating some of the most remote terrain in the

Scottish Highlands.

Why British Exploring Society?

This isn't just a "trip", it’s a youth development programme. BES is a world-class

charity that has been using expeditions to transform young lives since 1932. They

believe that challenging experiences in the wild help young people build:

Where Your Donation Goes

By sponsoring my run, you aren't just helping me get to Scotland; you are supporting

the British Exploring Society as a charity.

A large part of the fundraising goes directly toward making these expeditions

accessible. BES works hard to ensure that young people from all

backgrounds—especially those from areas of economic deprivation or facing

personal difficulties—have the chance to explore. Your contribution helps fund the

specialist equipment, expert leadership, and safety infrastructure that makes this

possible.

Even a small donation makes a difference:

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in the wild.

Why am I doing this?

Having previously attended a British Exploring Society Adventure Week to the

Cairngorms in Scotland, I can’t wait to be part of a full-scale expedition to the

Highland peninsula. Against arduous conditions, and missing those closest to me at

home, it proved to change my life for the better, providing me with an extreme sense

of purpose, independence, and reassurance in my ability to overcome any problem

in modern day life. Having seen firsthand, the positive impact the charity has had on

members, no young person’s ability to explore the outdoors or partake in expeditions

should be dictated by finance. I am determined to remove this barrier for individuals

like me hoping to travel the world and be part of a bigger cause than ourselves.

Follow My Journey

I’ll be sharing updates on my training (and the sore legs!) as I prepare for the half

marathon in May on my Facebook, Instagram, GoFundMe, and LinkedIn! Whether you

can donate the price of a coffee or just share this page, I am incredibly grateful for

your support.

Please see below two videos explaining further the fundraising cause and challenge

AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run

BES : Unlocking Self Belief since 1932

Find out more about the expedition fundraiser by clicking the link below:

British Exploring Society - Knoydart

AJ Bell Great Birmingham Run

Thank you very much for your interest in my fundraiser.

Let’s get to Knoydart!