Ayrshire man Matthew and his mate Cameron will swap ships for train timetables (and maybe a few wrong turns) as they take on Royal Navy & Royal Marines Charity’s Race Across the UK.
United by years of service, and a shared love of pubs, the dynamic duo are ready to hustle their way across the country for a brilliant cause.
Having met during training, the pair quickly became fast friends, bonded by military life and a thirst for adventure.
They said: “Even though we’ve been posted to opposite ends of the country, we’ve always made time to catch up. Usually over a pint or two.
“This challenge seemed like the perfect way to carry on that tradition – just with a lot more walking and a lot less sleep.”
Drawn to the spirit of the race – which has no map, no set route, and every chance of getting lost – they saw the challenge as the perfect chance to raise money for RNRMC.
The pair added: “We’ve seen first-hand just how much the charity does to support those in uniform and their families. It’s great to be able to give something back – other than our dignity when we inevitably board the wrong train.”
With big hopes and a modest budget, the team is keen to find creative ways to stretch their funds, while friends and family have already rallied around to support their mission.
The navy duo said: “They’ve been incredibly generous. Either that or they’re just excited to watch us try and navigate train routes and see how lost we get.”
Think you’ve got what it takes? Sign up your team for Race Across the UK today: https://lupine.co.uk/race/2025-rnrmc-race-across-the-uk.html
Their message to anyone thinking of signing up? “Do it. The more, the merrier – just don’t expect to beat us. Unless, of course, you’ve figured out how buses work. In which case… fair play.
“RNRMC does amazing work supporting service families through tough times. This is a fun way to help ensure that support continues. Plus, it beats doing press-ups for sponsorship.”
