Derek Whiteford, a 31-year-old from Blantyre, completed an extraordinary challenge by running over 200 miles in four days to raise funds for Shelter, a charity aiding the homeless. Starting from his workplace at First Direct, he has raised over £4,100, with donations through his JustGiving page.
Local man Derek Whiteford plans to run over 200 miles from Hamilton, Scotland, to Leeds, England, starting on March 25, 2025. The multi-day ultra marathon aims to raise funds for Shelter UK, with Derek self-supporting throughout. He works at First Direct, which also supports the charity. Contributions are welcomed.