Four Chester students recently took part in a 37 mile trek to raise money for a men's mental health charity.

Mental health nursing students, Bradlee Bugg, Adam Crawford, Ella Smith and Harvey Betts recently walked the equivalent of 37 miles from Chester to Manchester Airport to raise money for Movember.

Since 2003, the charity has funded more than 1,250 men's health projects around the world.

In addition to growing a moustache in November to raise money and for awareness, it also encourages people to 'Move for Mental Health' by running or walking 60km during the month.

Having completed the challenge in just over 12 hours, the students have raised almost £900 for the cause.

Bradlee, who organised the fundraiser, described the experience as 'one of the most challenging things' he has done.

He added: "It was a really rewarding experience. Being able to do it alongside my friends, where we all continuously supported one another, and knowing it was for a cause that means so much to us made a huge difference.

"The support we've received has been amazing and knowing it's going to change lives for the better was honestly my biggest motivator." 

The length of the walk, 60km, is representative of the 60 men who are lost to suicide every hour across the world.

Adam added: "I took part in the walk in aid of showing how, no matter how you feel, there is always someone out there willing to listen. I'm incredibly proud of everyone who took part and as time passed during the walk, the gratitude I felt for those who donated spurred me on to complete it."

Harvey, who was unable to complete the full walk due to a long-term health condition, expressed his gratitude to those who have donated to the cause.

He said: My personal goal from this experience was to be able to show people that no matter where in life you are or how low you feel there will be someone, somewhere willing to put in the work to help you out.

"I am incredibly grateful for all the support we received knowing that the work we all put in will go towards helping people who are in need." 

Ella said: "The journey was tough at times, but every step reminded me why this cause matters so much. It was challenging, emotional but so unforgettable.

"I'm incredibly grateful to everyone who supported us along the way. It made every mile even more meaningful."

Movember is tackling men's health by focusing on mental health, suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer.

Donations can still be made to the fundraiser by visiting the team's page on the Movember website.