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Luke Radwell Outside Scotland

They helped me when I had nowhere else to turn.

After years of mental health struggles, I reached a breaking point and was admitted to CNWL. Their care changed my life. Now, I’m sharing my story — to thank those who helped me and to give back through a challenge that celebrates my recovery.

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Eipt Sponsored Walk 5km Start Group Photo
FundraisingPublished: 23 September 2026

Milton Keynes mental health team takes on 20km fundraising challenge

The CNWL Early Intervention in Psychosis team in Milton Keynes has taken on a 20km sponsored walk to celebrate 20 years of supporting people experiencing psychosis and raise funds for CNWL NHS Health Charity.

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Hussnian Wearing Cnwl Nhs Health Charity Running Vest
FundraisingSupporter StoriesPublished: 7 August 2026

“Running allowed me to regain my spark” - Hussnian takes on the Big Half and London Marathon

After a major injury left Hussnian unable to exercise for almost two years, running helped him rediscover his spark and rebuild his mental wellbeing. Now, he is taking on two marathons for CNWL NHS Health Charity.

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Luke 100 Mile Walking Challenge
Supporter StoriesFundraisingPublished: 25 July 2026

Luke completes 100-mile challenge to give back to mental health services

After receiving care at the Campbell Centre, Luke completed a 100-mile walking challenge to help enhance mental health environments for future patients in Milton Keynes.

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Gill At 350 Euston Road
FundraisingSupporter StoriesPublished: 12 June 2026

Facing fears for a fantastic cause: Why Gill is taking on a skydive for CNWL NHS Health Charity

Find out why Gill is facing her fear of heights and taking on a skydive to raise funds for CNWL NHS Health Charity.

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Jamel Post Paris Marathon
FundraisingSupporter StoriesPublished: 23 April 2026

Jamel’s Paris Marathon journey

After months of training and determination, Jamel completed the Paris Marathon pushing his mental and physical limits while raising vital funds to support patients and staff through CNWL NHS Health Charity.

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Nikki And Calista Cnwl Abseil
FundraisingPublished: 1 April 2026

Brave fundraisers descend 200ft in CNWL Charity's first ever abseil challenge

Supporters of CNWL NHS Health Charity showed incredible courage and community spirit by taking part in our first ever abseil challenge on 19 March.

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Mark Friend
FundraisingPublished: 2 March 2026

Mark Friend takes on 200ft abseil challenge for CNWL NHS Health Charity

Mark Friend, Chair of CNWL, is preparing to take on a 200ft abseil challenge in support of CNWL NHS Health Charity.

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Oscar walking across hot coals
FundraisingSupporter StoriesPublished: 3 December 2025

A challenge rooted in hope: Oscar’s firewalk story

Read about Oscar's motivation for taking part, his personal connection to the cause and why it was important for him to support the charity.

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Firewalk Team After Completing The Challenge
FundraisingPublished: 3 December 2025

CNWL Charity's firewalk raises over £12,000 for NHS patients and staff

CNWL NHS Health Charity hosted its first ever firewalk challenge on 13 November 2025 where 24 brave firewalkers took on the challenge to walk across hot coals.

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Ayo Sitting Down Inside Wearing Cnwl Nhs Health Charity T Shirt
FundraisingSupporter StoriesPublished: 10 October 2025

If I can walk on fire, you can too - Ayo's story

Ayo is taking on CNWL’s Firewalk to honour his journey of resilience and raise awareness for mental health. For him, walking through fire isn’t just a challenge, but a symbol of courage, healing, and hope.

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7 members of CNWL TOPAS team standing outside wearing CNWL NHS Health Charity t-shirts
FundraisingPublished: 2 October 2025

TOPAS Ward go the distance for CNWL NHS Health Charity

Staff at CNWL’s The Older Person’s Assessment Service (TOPAS) have completed an inspiring challenge this September - walking a collective 1,000 miles to raise money for CNWL NHS Health Charity.

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Zoe With Her Medal At The Big Half Marathon
FundraisingSupporter StoriesPublished: 17 September 2025

Zoe’s inspiring Big Half Marathon journey

Zoe took on her very first half marathon to give back to the NHS who helped her through her toughest times.

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