Trekkers Tackle Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge For Charity

Staff from Ware & Kay will be aiming to tackle the three highest mountain peaks in Yorkshire in less than 12 hours in aid of the Charlie Mortimer Fund.

A team of 30 from Ware & Kay Solicitors, which is based in York, Wetherby & Malton, will be taking on the Yorkshire Three Peaks Challenge on Saturday 24th September.  The team is made up of staff, family members and friends aged between 13 and 70.  The route is 24.5 miles long and will see them climb the mountains of Pen-y-ghent, Whernside and Ingleborough - a total ascent of around 1,450 metres!

The Charlie Mortimer Fund was founded following the unexpected death of Charlie on the 15th August 2009, a local Malton child.  Charlie had undiagnosed MCADD, a rare genetic condition where a person has problems breaking down fat to use as an energy source.  The small, independent charity provides help and support to families living either with metabolic illness, bereaved of their children or caring for their critically ill child.

Davina Mortimer, Charlie's mum, said:  "This is a tough challenge and it's amazing that so many people have put themselves forward for it.  We wish everyone all the very best".

Holly Stevens, Solicitor in our York office said "It's great to see so many of my colleagues taking part in the Yorkshire Three Peaks challenge - we are all so delighted to support this local charity.  As well as raising money, it is hoped that completing this challenge will raise awareness and help support other families in the area".

Published: 15.09.2017