A GROUP of friends and supporters from across Conwy are preparing to take on one of Wales’ toughest endurance challenges by climbing Yr Wyddfa three times in a single day to raise vital funds for a much-loved mum living with Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
On July 4, the team will cover more than 25 miles of demanding mountain terrain, tackling Wales’ highest peak via three different routes in a gruelling test of physical and mental endurance.
The challenge has been organised in support of 43-year-old Narelle Williams, a devoted wife and mum-of-two whose life changed dramatically following a diagnosis of the devastating neurological condition.
Originally from Bangor, Narelle lives with her husband, Deiniol, from Llanfairfechan, and their daughters, Elena, seven, and Talia, five.
Friends say the diagnosis came as a heartbreaking shock to the family, who are now facing an uncertain future together.
Determined to make a difference, supporters from across the Conwy area will spend the day climbing, with more than 60 people expected to join the final ascent in a powerful show of solidarity.
Organiser Caraid Scott said the challenge was about much more than conquering the mountain.
“As a community, we couldn’t stand by and do nothing,” she said.
“MND is cruel, relentless and unforgiving, but Narelle continues to show incredible courage every single day.
“This challenge will be exhausting, painful and at times overwhelming, but that’s exactly why we’re doing it – there will be more than 60 of us on the final ascent, which is amazing.”
Caraid added: “It’s about fighting back in the only way we can. It’s about raising awareness of a disease that doesn’t get the attention it deserves and, most importantly, supporting a family who are navigating something no one should ever have to face.
“Every step we take will be for Narelle, for her strength, for her family and for hope.”
Money raised will help fund private neurological treatment and provide practical support for Narelle and her family as they adapt to life with MND.
The fundraising effort has already attracted widespread backing from friends, relatives and members of the local community, with Narelle’s husband and daughters expected to join participants for the emotional final climb to the summit.
Anyone wishing to support the appeal can donate via the GoFundMe page: https://gofund.me/c7640bbf8.
Caraid added: “Every donation, no matter how small, will make a difference. And if you can’t donate, simply sharing the page could help change a family’s future.”
