Employees at KBB distributor, PJH have been going the extra mile, quite literally, in support of Macmillan Cancer Support, the company’s chosen charity for 2025, with two remarkable colleagues raising more than £1,700 between them through gruelling endurance challenges.
Katy Burns, PJH’s HR Business Partner for the North, along with her fiancé Royston, recently completed the 13.1-mile Macmillan Mighty Hike in the Lake District, braving torrential rain, thunder, and lightning to cross the finish line. The event, part of Macmillan’s nationwide series of fundraising hikes, challenges walkers to tackle scenic but demanding routes to help raise funds for people living with cancer. Katy and Royston raised an incredible £774, all of which will go towards supporting Macmillan’s vital services.
Meanwhile, over in Manchester, John Travis, solutions delivery manager from PJH’s Bolton distribution centre took on the Manchester Marathon, his first ever, completing the full 26.2-mile course in just over five hours despite sweltering heat on the day. His efforts raised £970, nearly doubling his original fundraising target.
These inspiring achievements are part of PJH’s wider commitment to raise £15,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support.
PJH has also pledged to match employee fundraising up to a total of £10,000, helping to amplify every pound raised by the team.
Commenting on the fundraising, PJH’s Lynn Statham, head of people said: “Katy and John have both shown exceptional determination and spirit, taking on physically and mentally demanding challenges in aid of a fantastic cause. Their achievements embody the values we hold dear at PJH, which are teamwork, resilience, and a commitment to making a difference.”
With momentum building and more fundraising events planned throughout the year, PJH is well on the way towards hitting its ambitious £15,000 goal.
Further information:
PJH: T: 0800 8 77 88 99 / www.partners.pjh.uk / www.pjh.uk / www.macmillan.org.uk