A group of brave Watford residents have taken on the Three Peaks Challenge to raise money for a local charity.
Taking on the challenge on Saturday, October 12, and Sunday, October 13, were Kara Mesiano, Glen Hempenstall, Euan Courtney-Morgan, Guy Foxell, Simon Box, Chad Lamb, Rebecca Lee and Vince Simpson from the Watford Town Centre team. A staggering mission, their challenge involved climbing the highest peaks in Scotland, England and Wales: Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon.
The group completed the daring feat after 14 hours of climbing and 10 hours of travel, and have raised more than £10,000 between them for the One YMCA charity. The money raised will go towards running four hostels and offering advice, social work, training and education to support the homeless.
On their fundraising page, Kara and Glen said: “The outstanding charity exists to change and save lives of residents with complex support needs within the local area.
“People become homeless for a host of reasons, and their specialist staff work with each resident to tackle issues and barriers preventing them from moving forward.
“The One YMCA team signposts to local services like GPs, community mental health teams and Change Grow Live. Charter Hostel offers a warm, safe environment to stay, offering 150 supported beds and 22-bed spaces for the medium complex intensive support scheme.
“All donations towards our Three Peaks Challenge will have a huge impact on lives, livelihoods and mental wellbeing whilst supporting the great work of the Community Safety Partnership. We hope you can support Watford Town Centre BID in conquering this impressive feat for an important cause!”
To donate, head to www.tinyurl.com/48k8ycbk
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