Military team hauling one-tonne field gun from John O'Groats to Land's End to raise funds for cancer charity

John O’Groats to Land’s End is a popular challenge for people looking to raise money for charity by foot or by bike.

But how about covering the 1,000-mile route while hauling a one-tonne field gun?

That’s what a team of military personnel and veterans are doing to raise money for families impacted by cancer.

Currently in their third week of the challenge, the fundraisers have been covering around 25 miles a day, tackling Scotland’s challenging terrain and wet weather.

“I’d never pulled a field gun before, it’s not something I’ve ever done,” said submariner James Reddy.

“When we pulled it out the wagon yesterday it was a wee bit heavier than I thought it was going to be, I’m not going to lie.”

Around 1,000 serving military, veterans and members of the public are expected to take part in the challenge over the next two months.

This week’s leg began in Highland Perthshire, with the team expected to reach the Dumfriesshire town of Moffat on Friday.

The challenge has been organised by David Bathgate, a former submariner who now dedicates his working life to raising money for military families impacted by cancer.

“I personally have lost eight members of my family to cancer, six in a two-year period,” he said.

“That’s part of the reason why I do this. The whole idea came about because it shouldn’t be possible to do.

“It pales in comparison to the journey that the people we support, are on. If it hurts us a little bit then so be it. We will do it, we will make it happen.”

David’s aim is to raise £150,000 for families impacted by cancer

His team are expected to reach Land’s End at the end of October.