‘Tent boy’ ends charity camping challenge after three years

Max Woosey, who became known as the Boy in the Tent, at home in North Devon. Photograph: Jim Wileman/The Guardian

Most 13-year-olds might have spent those three years preoccupied with schoolwork or hanging out with mates. One teenager however, spent his nights sleeping in a tent to raise money for the hospice that looked after his friend.

Now, Max Woosey – who became known as the Boy in the Tent during his years-long fundraising campaign – has decided to go back indoors after three years and more than £700,000 in charitable donations.