Barefoot challenge tackled in gales and needle rain

By The Newsroom
Published 21st Jun 2018, 17:08 BST
Updated 21st Jun 2018, 18:13 BST
Mark Cropley, Sheralee Pace and Jerry Hopkins took on the Barefoot Challenge 2018 for Coastal West Sussex MindMark Cropley, Sheralee Pace and Jerry Hopkins took on the Barefoot Challenge 2018 for Coastal West Sussex Mind
Mark Cropley, Sheralee Pace and Jerry Hopkins took on the Barefoot Challenge 2018 for Coastal West Sussex Mind
Climbing Mount Snowdon is a feat in itself, so to do it barefoot is quite an achievement.

Three staff from Lancing van accessories company Whitebox UK completed the challenge in gale-force winds, needle-like rain and severely reduced visibility.

Mark Cropley, Sheralee Pace and Jerry Hopkins were raising money for Coastal West Sussex Mind and admitted there were times it felt more stupid than brave.

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Mark said: “One of the most challenging things I have ever done, mentally and physically, this has opened up my eyes to the world of mental health.

“With not having experienced it or knowing anyone who has, the challenge allowed me to feel just a small fraction of the effect mental health can have on a person.

“Anyone that’s suffering with mental health, we did this for you. I just hope the money that we have raised helps the people in need.”

The trio completed the Barefoot Challenge 2018 on Saturday, their toughest challenge yet, following on from last year’s successful fundraising for Sussex Community Foundation.

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