Morris Lubricants team take big step forward for charity
Four colleagues from a Shropshire manufacturer have chosen a new challenge as they step forward to support charity.
The team from Morris Lubricants in Shrewsbury will take on the 50-mile Longmynd Hike competition, which involves climbing more than 8,000 feet, covering eight summits, this weekend.
Chief operations officer Owen Lloyd will be joined by Kim Mamaras from the manufacturing site, Russell Fox, who is one of long-distance delivery drivers, and Joe Fox from the logistics planning team.
They will be looking to raise money for Hope House Children’s Hospice.
The route follows a set figure-of-eight over the rugged countryside of South Shropshire and the Welsh Marches.
The start at Church Stretton is at 1pm on Saturday and the objective is to complete the course in under 24 hours.
It is not Owen and Kim’s first time at pushing their bodies to the limits in order to complete a charity challenge. Last year, they were part of the Morris Lubricants cycle team that raised £3,500 for Hope House on a 125-mile sponsored cycle.
It was one of a wide range of imaginative ideas during 2022 that helped Morris Lubricants raise £13,842 for the charity.
Andrew Goddard, Morris Lubricants’ executive chairman, said: “The Longmynd Hike is a phenomenal undertaking by the four men. If 50 miles in 24 hours was not enough, you also have to factor in the unforgiving terrain and the weather conditions.
“The money they raise on this challenge will go towards the company’s continuing support for Hope House, an organisation that provides such important care to children, young people and their families.”
Bekki Fardoe, area fundraiser for Hope House, said: “We are extremely grateful for the continued support that we have received.
“Employees from Morris Lubricants have taken part in various fundraising activities and are always up for a challenge in order to raise money for the seriously ill children and families that we care for.
“They have raised the bar again with their latest challenge. It will be an incredibly tough challenge, both mentally and physically, but I have no doubt they will conquer it. Everyone at Hope House and Ty Gobaith will be cheering them on.”
To donate, visit justgiving.com/page/morris-lubricants-uk-1693994222514
