PiGs Charity Challenge: Snowdon in the sun!

Training for the PiGs AKA People in Glazing Society Inca Trail Charity Challenge to kicked off with a hugely successful climb up Snowdon.

The challenge aims to raise £70,000 for Harry’s Pals, a charity founded by Hayley Charlesworth. Hayley’s husband Andrew is Global Director at Profine Group.

Sarah Ball, organiser of the PiGs Charity Challenge, said: “The first training session on Snowdon was a huge success. Saturday 21 March saw 10 of the Machu PiGchu team members, plus supportive family and friends, climb Snowdon. The group was also joined by Hayley Charlesworth, founder of Harry’s Pals, as well as a wonderful four-legged addition to the day – Andy and Hayley’s dog, Eddie.”

Joining Sarah were fellow team members Andrew Charlesworth from Profine Group; Emi Arnaut and Sion Buckley from DoorCo; Gareth Jones from Solar Fabrication and his partner Sandrine; Gemma Diratzonian from Yale DWS; Julie Hilmes from Mila; Sam Nuckey from Window Ware; and Sarah Hitchins from The Residence Collection and Window Widgets.

Sarah added: “It was the first time the group had all been together, and it was as if the weather knew, as it delivered perfect climbing conditions.

“We met by the Snowdon Light Railway station at the base of the mountain. After a short briefing and introductions from all the climbers, Hayley shared more about the charity and how the funds raised will make a difference.

“Then we set off in the sunshine. Several hours, many conversations, much laughter and 3,200 feet higher, we reached the summit together. We then split into smaller groups for the descent, with the more experienced team members going first. It was an amazing achievement for the team all round.

“If Saturday’s performance was anything to go by, this is going to be one incredible team.”

Before heading to Peru on 2 October to take on the Inca Trail, the team has three more UK training sessions: Scafell, Ben Nevis and the Edale Skyline. These are open events for anyone in the industry to join.

To donate to the team or an individual, visit the JustGiving page: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/pigsincatrail