Walking up (and down!) The Big One

I'd like to thank all those who supported me on this challenge to raise funds for Refreshment UK (charity number 1153542). The team at Blackpool Pleasure Beach were absolutely fantastic and very understanding, I must confess that although I do not like heights I found walking up The Big One strangely easy! There was one incident with a gust of wind but I carried on (otherwise those behind me could not continue). At the summit (235ft) the views are tremendous and it really is a privilege to see Blackpool and the beautiful surrounding area's from this vantage point. I would highly recommend others to take part in this challenge, maybe for the same cause?

Please view the video below and enjoy the photos.

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Pete Cee.

Simon's Resilience Walk 2026

On Friday 2nd January 2026 at 10am, Simon will leave the Refresh Centre Blackpool and walk to Hinckley – a distance of 132 miles and aim to arrive in time for a service in Hinckley in the evening on Sunday 4th January 2026.

The route will go down through Manchester and across the Peak District. Managing through the night with head torches and minimal rest, Simon will continue to walk and pray to make it to Hinckley on the Sunday. He will then sleep!

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