A Grantham soldier has completed 30 marathons in 30 days to help fundraise for two veterans charities and make a world record attempt in the process..
He did it while carrying a rather hefty backpack with 28 kilograms in there.
Private Richard Lake was inspired to raise the money after his friend Simon suffered a life changing injury and had to leave the army.
It’s all in aid of charities that help those who can no longer serve.
Richard Lake has been walking with a 28 kilogram backpack each day along the Grantham Canal.
He said: “I did it for two charities, Battle Back Golf, and Detecting for Veterans – which is basically the same as battle back golf but they’re using metal detecting to help them get back into society really , and help them cope with their mental health and PTSD”
He completed his final journey last night, with a reception outside Price’s Funeral Services, in Castlegate.
Richard raised more than £5000 but the money is still coming in.
Leave a Reply
You must be logged in to post a comment.