OPPORTUNITIES for team-building don’t come much more fun and meaningful than the Welsh 3 Peaks for Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice, according to the charity’s Head of Fundraising James Davies-Hale.
James, who along with his colleagues in Tŷ Hafan’s events team, is busy preparing for this year’s challenge which takes place on Saturday, June 6, said: “But don’t take my word for it”
Independent construction and property service company Willmott Dixon, entered three teams, in last year’s Welsh 3 Peaks for Tŷ Hafan.
Executive Assistant Simone Harding was a driver for her team mates in last year’s event.
Simone said: “This is one day of the year I genuinely look forward to. It’s such a special opportunity to spend time with friends and colleagues while raising money for Tŷ Hafan, which is an incredible charity.
“The fundraisers truly have this event down to a fine art. It’s exceptionally well organised, and every volunteer greets you with a smile and an encouraging ‘Go on, keep going!’ — even when you’re the one driving the walkers to their next destination.
“As soon as the day is over, I’m already checking the calendar for next year’s date!”
Fellow long-standing supporters of Tŷ Hafan, Mercedes-Benz truck and van dealership Euro Commercials, entered two teams in the 2025 Welsh 3 Peaks.
Ismael Egal, Group Parts Manager for Euro Commercials, who took part last year, said: “I didn’t exactly volunteer, but I’m really glad I did!
“I wanted to tick this off before my 60th birthday, and being met by family at the finish line—especially the grandkids—was emotional. It was such a great day, great camaraderie, and I met some lovely people along the way.”
Ismael’s Euro Commercials teammate Lee McCarthy says: “I’ve completed the Welsh Three Peaks Challenge twice in aid of Tŷ Hafan.
Service Manager Lee adds: “It was an incredibly tough experience, both physically and mentally, but finishing the challenge and raising funds for such a wonderful cause made every step worthwhile.”
Find out more and sign up your team from your company here: Welsh 3 Peaks – Ty Hafan
James Davies-Hale said: “No family should have to live their child’s short life alone and by taking part in the Welsh 3 Peaks for Tŷ Hafan Children’s Hospice you’ll be helping us to walk alongside more families during their child’s life, death and beyond.”
