On 8th December 2025, I’ll be attempting to run 96 miles from London to Dover — that’s nearly four marathons in four days.

Yes, you read that right. Four. In. Four. Days.

To put that in perspective, it’s like running from your house to the nearest coast, then realizing you left your wallet at home and having to run back.

Now, I’m not a professional athlete. I’m not even the kind of person who enjoys running to catch a bus. But I am stubborn, mildly unhinged, and genuinely passionate about making a difference — and that’s what this challenge is all about.

Who (and what) I’m running for:

I’m raising money for two incredible charities that have personally helped shape my journey:

• Mind – Because mental health matters. They help people find strength and support when their world feels heavy — something I’ve needed myself and see others struggle.

• Missing People – A charity I’ve been involved with in the past. They give families hope when someone they love disappears. It’s heart-breaking, but their work is life-changing.

Between these two, they’ve helped people (and families) through some of the darkest times imaginable — and now it’s my turn to give back.

Here’s the twist:

For every £1 donated, I’ll run an extra meter.

So, if you’ve ever thought “I’d pay good money to see them suffer a bit,” now’s your chance.

Every pound literally adds distance to my challenge.

You donate — I run further. You give more — my legs cry harder. Everyone wins (well, except my calves).

Donate here: https://gofund.me/c9455700

Where your money goes:

Transparency is key (and I’m too tired to lie after all this training), so here’s the breakdown:

• 80% goes directly to Mind and Missing People, funding real support for real people and families.

• 20% helps me kickstart a dream project: a mobile bar service that brings people together, sparks conversation, and hopefully creates more laughter than hangovers. Because let’s face it — some of the best therapy sessions happen over a pint and good company. ‍

How I’m preparing:

To prove I’m not just winging it (okay, maybe a little), I’m logging all my training and progress on Strava.

You’ll see every run, every slow jog, every time I question my life decisions — all out in the open.

Follow my training here: https://strava.app.link/2hHVAZvCPXb

Fair warning: it might not always be pretty. There will be sweat. There will be groaning. There may even be tears (and possibly snacks mid-run).

Why this matters:

This challenge isn’t just about running. It’s about resilience, recovery, and connection. It’s about showing that even when life knocks you sideways — mentally, emotionally, or otherwise — you can still put one foot in front of the other (sometimes literally for 96 miles).

It’s about helping families find hope when someone goes missing. It’s about breaking the stigma around mental health. It’s about building something positive — one step, one pint, one laugh at a time.

So here’s where you come in:

• Donate if you can — every pound pushes me further and fuels these amazing causes.

• Share my story — spread the word so we can raise more awareness (and so people know what poor life decisions I’ve made).

• Cheer me on — because running 96 miles in December might just be the world’s longest cry for help.

Donate here: https://gofund.me/c9455700

Thank you for being part of this journey — whether you’re donating, sharing, or just laughing at my pain. You’re helping turn exhaustion into impact, blisters into blessings, and miles into something meaningful.

With love, gratitude, and probably very sore legs, Nathan Lear.

96 Miles. 4 Days. 2 Charities. 1 Question: Why didn’t I just do a coffee morning?

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