A group of staff from Great Yarmouth-based Stowen Group took on the challenge of climbing Helvellyn, one of England’s highest mountains, to support and raise money for NARS (Norfolk Accident Rescue Service).
NARS is a Dereham-based charity which has been serving Norfolk since 1970. Its voluntary lifesavers include doctors, paramedics, critical care paramedics, nurses and first responders who attend serious 999 calls supporting the ambulance service and attend over 1,800 calls every year.
Stowen staff members Sharnie Ford, Jenna Perry and Jasmin Brewster took the challenge with no previous experience of climbing. A much bigger challenge than anticipated, they set off from Glenridding to meet steep inclines, rocky scrambling and sheer drops via Striding Edge.
“We would like to take the opportunity to thank everyone that supported us and those that were able to contribute to the great cause," said Sharnie. "NARS do a such an important role, and we are so lucky to have them patrolling our community.”
The climb raised £2,275 for NARS via a GoFundMe page with an initial £2,000 target.
Stowen Group provides inspection and maintenance services for the energy industry.
