Message from Gary

Having been diagnosed with a Neuroendocrine Tumour almost 5 years ago, the treatment and service provided to Heidi (my wife), has been nothing short of exceptional. From the outset, the staff we have routinely dealt with, including Professors Caplin, Toumpanakis and Dr Davar have been amazing. I am indebted to them for the first-rate support they have kindly provided. During our frequent visits to the Royal Free Hospital, I have been inspired by the level of professionalism provided by all staff. For me, the importance of effective teamwork is something that resonates with me as a current serving Royal Marines Officer. As a high performing team, it is not about you, it is about supporting your work partner and remainder the team. This is a key mantra with being a Royal Marine. Given the skills I have been fortunate to acquire during my 38-year military career, I am keen to deliver this abseil event to let individuals experience an activity we routinely undertake within the Royal Marines. Whilst not exhaustive, this will include abseiling in a mountainous and cold weather environment, and equally from helicopters in the jungle to ships within the maritime domain. Consequently, this event will provide an ideal opportunity to raise much needed funds for the Royal Free Hospital Foundation, which has 12,000 employees that provides support to c2 million patients each year. I encourage you to participate, and if you are slightly apprehensive about the abseil, do not worry, as you will receive excellent instruction from Royal Marines Mountain Leaders. Come and join us!