Many thanks for taking precious time to read this. In just over a weeks’ time I will embark on the hardest physical challenge of my life and I would very much like your help and support for Winstons Wish.

As some of you know already, we are a small team of 8 friends and business partners with the personal ambition of standing on the highest point of Africa, the only place on Earth where you can see the natural curvature of our amazing planet.  Along the way I am hoping to raise money for Winstons Wish.

There is absolutely no doubt that I will suffer from altitude sickness including headaches, extreme fatigue and sickness and whilst there is a 30% chance that I may not summit, I am determined to try for Winstons Wish. I will be climbing 5,950m with no toilet or shower and only basic provisions in small tents with temperatures ranging from -20 to +20 degrees.

Winstons Wish are a great charity that started here in Cheltenham in 1992, now providing much needed help and support to bereaved children throughout the UK including at the base of Grenfell Tower.  

You cannot underestimate the impact of bereavement on children.

I very much appreciate any donations, kind words and support.

Many thanks,

Laurent