Chris Bell is hoping his Land's End to John O'Groats hike for mental health charity Mind will inspire others as he reflects on how the outdoors has helped him with his own struggles.
Chris told ChronicleLive how is plan is to be "totally self-reliant". However, while he will be walking alone, he'll be starting the route on March 25 with huge support back home from his colleagues at the Greggs factory in Gosforth Park where he works. The famed bakery firm has even let him take ten weeks off work.
A keen hiker and photographer, Chris explained he had struggled with depression and anxiety over the years. He will be sharing pictures from his journey regularly on Facebook.
