On Friday 27th June, local fundraiser Nige will take on an extreme three-stage endurance challenge to raise £10,000 for Daffodils Dreams, a Wigan-based charity supporting vulnerable children and families.

This is no ordinary fundraiser.

Nige’s challenge — a true painathon — will push him to his physical and mental limits:

He will pull a barge from Wigan Pier to Crooke, with other barges following in support.
He will then walk barefoot with 35kg on his shoulders to Sherringtons.
Finally, he will finish on his hands and knees to The Boars Head in Standish.

Every step, every pull, every painful moment is for children who are facing hardship and uncertainty — children who rely on Daffodils Dreams for clothing, essentials, activities, and emotional support when they need it most.

Nige has supported Daffodils Dreams before, completing a challenge last year that brought the community together and was even featured on Channel 5’s “Hero of the Week”, shining a light on the charity’s impact across Wigan and Leigh.

This year, he’s stepping it up again — not for personal recognition, but to make sure local children don’t feel forgotten.

Around 75 people joined Nige last year, and we’re expecting even more supporters to walk alongside him this time. The community spirit behind this challenge is incredible, but we can’t do it without you.

Please consider donating, sharing this page, or joining us on the day. Your support will directly help children and families who are struggling — and show them that their community truly cares.

Thank you for being part of something special 💛