A man is planning to hike 96 miles across Scotland to raise money for a suicide prevention charity.

Mark Foxwell, from Tunbridge Wells, is hoping to complete the solo hike from Glasgow to Fort William in seven days, all while shining a light on mental health problems.

The 40-year-old, who is a director at Sharp Minds Communications, is starting next month will end his journey with a climb up Ben Nevis.

He said: “I wanted to support Papyrus and raise awareness of suicide prevention in Kent.

“I deliberately chose the walk because you have to travel across the lowlands and into the highlands.

“This is to remind people that low times in your life do end, things do pass, and you’ll soon find yourself in a higher and better place.

“More needs to be done to help. My hope is that we, as a community, join together to work towards a zero policy. I hope that my hike builds further awareness and unites us to prevent suicide in Kent."

According to the Office of National Statistics’ (ONS) latest data, the suicide rate in the coutny is above the national average, with 11.7 per 100,000 people compared to the UK’s average of 10.4 per 100,00 people.

“It’s people like Mark who can really make a difference to those that need help and support...”

In the county, Maidstone saw the most cases at 60, followed by Thanet at 53.1.

Papyrus chief executive Ged Flynn said: “We are delighted to have Mark showing his support and raising money for us.

“It’s people like Mark who can really make a difference to those that need help and support.”

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For practical, confidential suicide prevention help and advice please contact PAPYRUS HOPELINEUK on 0800 068 4141, text 07860 039967 or email pat@papyrus-uk.org.