TURNING GRIEF INTO PURPOSE
The Mission
Inspired by the late Laura James and our 102-year-old grandfather, WWII veteran Robert Hardy, March for Nations and Team Cheerfulness will unite to carry out four extraordinary journeys to turn grief into purpose, honour a generation, and inspire future generations, whilst raising vital funds for charity.
The Journey: 85 Years On
- 2027 | Bataan March | 165km (103 miles) | 85th Anniversary
- 2028 | F Forced Route March | 295km (183 miles) | 85th Anniversary
- 2029 | Stalag Luft VI to Stalag Luft IV Forced March | 200km (125 miles) | 85th Anniversary
- 2030 | Sandakan-Ranau March | 260km (162 miles) | 85th Anniversary
PLEASE WATCH OUR AWARENESS & SUPPORT VIDEO BELOW.
Distribution of funds
Jon and Lee are dedicated to raising as much funding as possible for our charities, taking no more than 20% of the total raised to cover expedition costs, such as accommodation, sustenance, specialist equipment and medical supplies. 80% of the total raised will be distributed between our chosen charities:

Combat Stress
