Fridge Freezer Man, Matt Jones from Wrexham, is set for a daunting new challenge, hiking 26 marathons from John O’Groats to London with a 90lb fridge on his back in aid of TÅ· Gobaith and Hope House.

This tribute to his late wife, Vicky, aims to raise even more funds following a challenging 48 hour hike earlier this year in the Clwydian Range complete with his beloved fridge freezer.

The ambitious journey is over 1,000km and involves the help of his support crew and children, known as The Wolfpack. 

Matt explained: “My brother-in-law, Simon worked it out that the distance is exactly that of 26 marathons – so there it was.

“Coming back from visiting Hope House with the kids, we spoke about it and stopped the car. I asked them, ‘are we going to do this?’ and the answer was a resounding yes.”

“This challenge really is the next level for us as a team. It’s over 1,000km. But, with the support of my crew and The Wolfpack (my children) I know we can do it.

“The training plan has started. I’m mostly worried how the feet and prosthetic hip will hold up… physically and mentally I know we can do this.

“I’ve got a few big hitters lined up to join me in support and spread the message.

“Expect a few surprises and stunts along the way,” said Matt.

Hope House TÅ· Gobaith fundraiser, Vicky Bradbeer was delighted by the news of Matt’s new challenge and said: “This is the biggest and most intense fundraising challenge I’ve seen.

“Matt’s reasoning for doing the challenges is so meaningful and we are incredibly grateful to him.

“Vicky, his children, all his family, friends and team must be immensely proud of him – as are we.

“Everything this incredible test raises will go directly to providing professional care and respite for local children and families living with a life-threatening condition.

“Our mission is to reach every child and family we can and give them support to live their best possible lives and from the point of diagnosis.”

To support Matt and to find out more please visit his fundraising page.