Heat is on for colleagues who are running 173 miles to Crick in extraordinary endurance challenge
Two runners face blazing conditions as they head 173 miles to their company’s Crick site as part of a fundraising challenge.
Yvonne Farrington, People Partner, and Chris Shannon, Head of Sales (UK Retail BU), will head off from Inspired Pet Nutrition’s head office in Thirsk on Friday (June 26).
The challenge aims to raise £10,000 in support of the company’s three corporate charity partners: Macmillan Cancer Support, Dogs Trust and The Woodland Trust, reflecting the company’s commitment to People, Pets and Planet.
Over the four-day challenge, Yvonne and Chris will be supported by a team of around 25 colleagues, with a dedicated crew of six accompanying them every step of the way.
Yvonne said: “We wanted something that would truly test our limits and help us raise as much money as possible for causes we care deeply about.”
Chris added: “This challenge is a mix of excitement and nerves. It’s something that scares us a little, but that’s what makes it meaningful. Seeing others take on big challenges for charity inspired us to do the same, and once the idea took hold, we knew we had to commit.”
The charities were chosen to reflect causes close to both the runners and the wider business.
“We’re surrounded by pets in our workplace and see every day how much joy they bring,” said Yvonne.
“We’ve also been personally affected by cancer, so supporting Macmillan feels incredibly important. Together with The Woodland Trust, our three charities represent causes that really matter to us and our colleagues.”
To support the challenge or follow the journey, visit: https://live.kongtracking.com/YCCR2026/