I have climbed 2 of the highest mountains in the UK, Ben Nevis and Scafell Pike but have one remaining. I am not getting any younger so this year I have decided to complete the trio and climb Snowdon.

I have decided to support a charity close to my heart, Men's Minds Matter. Statiscally, Men are the most likely to die by suicide, this stems from the generational opinion that men are 'strong', they don't show 'emotion', they just 'deal with it'. But Men are human too, they face the shame of admitting they can't cope, which is why they often see no alternative but to take their life, no matter the consequenses.

Why so many men die by suicide

Research shows:

• 47% of men think there’s stigma around going to therapy

• 34% believe therapy is indulgent unless it’s for something serious

Society enforces rigid ideas of masculinity. Many men feel they must never show weakness, so struggles go unspoken. Issues build until they become overwhelming, and for some, tragically, it’s too late.

What we’re doing about it

Men's Minds Matter aim to equip everyone with the skills to navigate life’s challenges and support those who are suicidal. Our mission includes:

• Normalising men talking about their feelings

• Teaching people how to listen effectively

• Using our unique clinical model, applied in the NHS and beyond, to help over 1,000 people

This work is not just for men—our model supports anyone in crisis, helping them get the right help, at the right time.

That is why I am challenging myself to go above and beyond my comfort zone, to help this charity so they can support so many others when they need help.

Please help me raise funds to help this worthwhile cause.

Thank you.