Last weekend, five veterans are setting foot on one of the UK’s most iconic and challenging ridgelines, Snowdon and Crib Goch. But this is more than just a hike; it’s a crucial part of their preparation for something far greater: the 15 Peak Challenge, a physically and mentally demanding journey across 15 of Wales’ highest summits, which they’ll attempt in just one month’s time.
The team is taking on this epic mission to raise awareness and funds for two vital organisations: The Root Cause Project and the Royal Marines Charity. Both charities work to support former service members who face a common but often overlooked struggle after leaving the military, the challenge of rediscovering identity and purpose in civilian life.
Life after military service can feel like a free fall. The structure, camaraderie, and clear mission that once defined daily life are gone, and many veterans find themselves navigating a world that feels unfamiliar and isolating. The journey up those 15 peaks reflects that personal climb, one of resilience, endurance, and hope.
This weekend’s recce of Snowdon and the knife-edged ridge of Crib Goch isn’t just about route planning. It’s about confronting the scale of the challenge ahead, testing their limits, and strengthening the bond between them as a team. They know what lies ahead won’t be easy but neither is the path many veterans walk after service.
By supporting this challenge, you’re not just backing a physical feat you’re standing with those who continue to battle long after they hang up their uniform.
How You Can Help:
- Follow their journey on social media for updates and footage from the mountains.
- Donate to help raise funds for life-changing mental health and reintegration support. Donate HERE
Every peak they climb is for those still climbing their own.
The Root Cause Project CIC 