July 14, 2026
Supporters Scale New Heights for The Seafarers’ Charity’s 24 Peaks Challenge
Nearly 100 supporters from across the maritime industry raised almost £80,000 for The Seafarers’ Charity after battling rain, mud, and rugged Lake District terrain during our flagship 24 Peaks Challenge from 3–5 July.
This year's challenge brought together a fantastic mix of returning teams and first-time participants. Long-standing supporters including Ashley Group, BMT, Maersk Logistics and Carisbrooke braved the peaks once again, joined by newcomers from TMA Logistics (from the Netherlands), DNV Maritime and Core Power. An aptly named ‘WindyFriday’ team comprised participants from WIND, Friday Shipbrokers and Draftec.
In the face of everything that the British climate could throw at them, participants demonstrated remarkable determination, teamwork, and resilience throughout the weekend. Every step they took helped fund our work supporting seafarers facing hardship and improving the welfare of those who work at sea and their loved ones.
Congratulations to everyone who completed the challenge and made memories for a lifetime in the Lake District. Thank you also to the colleagues, family members, volunteers, and donors whose encouragement and generosity helped make the weekend such a success.
A big well done also to our worthy award winners!
- Top Fundraiser: Robert Wester
- Top Fundraising Team: TMA Logistics
- Fastest Team: Carisbrooke (Jack Dallamore, Vitalii Chaika, Michael Wester and Paul Cromie)
- Spirit of the 24 Peaks: Windy Friday (WIND, Friday Shipbrokers and Draftec)
- Muddiest Boot Award: Ashley Group
- The Anchor Award: Maersk
- The Unsinkable Spirit Award: BMT
- The Ship's Log Award: Michael Wester
“The 24 Peaks Challenge weekend was a powerful reminder of what people can achieve when they unite behind a shared purpose, in this case, seafarers’ welfare. Every step taken and every pound raised helps us strengthen the support available to the seafarers who keep global trade moving.” - Temi Binitie, Director of Business Development
Feeling inspired? Top up funds raised by this year’s teams, and keep your eyes peeled for more information on 2027, which marks the 20th edition of our flagship event and will coincide with The Seafarers' Charity's 110th anniversary.
