Suffolk brothers and friends to take on Three Peaks Challenge for Molly Rose Foundation in memory of sister Grace

A young man from Suffolk and eleven of his friends and family are taking part in the Three Peaks Challenge in memory of his sister, Grace.

On 29 and 30 May, Neill Pritchard, 26, from Santon Downham will climb Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike and Snowdon in 24 hours with his brother Callum and ten of their friends to raise funds for Molly Rose Foundation.

Neill and Callum’s sister Grace took her own life in August 2025 aged just 23 after years of struggling with her mental health. Grace took a substance her family believe she acquired from a pro-suicide forum.

Remembering Grace, Neill said: “Grace was incredibly talented, funny and caring; she was loved by everyone who knew her. Doing the Three Peaks Challenge is exactly the kind of thing she would never have wanted to do, but we hope it will help raise awareness and funds for such an important cause. The government and tech companies need to work together to create a safer online world and save lives like Grace’s.”

Talking about the bond he shares with his friends, Neill said: “My friends and I have always enjoyed climbing mountains, it’s a great opportunity to spend time together and have a laugh. The Three Peaks Challenge is on another level entirely, but raising funds for the Molly Rose Foundation in Grace’s memory is all the motivation we need. I couldn’t think of a better group to do this with; I think it’s hard for people to know how to support you when you experience loss like this, but my friends have been incredible. My friend Owen was the one who had the idea to do the Three Peaks Challenge, and the rest of the group bit my hand off when I suggested it.”

As Suffolk isn’t known for its hills, Neill said he has had to “get creative” with his training. Neill, Callum and their friends face roughly 23 miles of hiking over 24 hours, with a total ascent of around 3,000 metres, and 462 miles of driving between each mountain.

Neill added: “Planning logistics, start times and routes has been just as important as the fitness training. Thankfully, my Dad Robert and Owen’s dad Gary are our designated mini bus drivers, so we are in safe hands.”

Andy Burrows, CEO of the Molly Rose Foundation, said: “Every week, I feel moved by the hard work, bravery and dedication of people like Neill, Callum and the Pritchard family. The government, Big Tech, and Ofcom can all do much more to keep our young people safe. My thoughts are with Neill, Callum and friends as they take on the Three Peaks – and I hope they have the energy for a well-deserved celebration on the other side.”

The group plans to celebrate after the challenge with a well-earned curry and a beer. Support Neill’s fundraiser here.