Three brothers will take on Wainwright’s Coast to Coast walk to raise funds to support veterans and celebrate a 60th birthday
On 16 June 2025, three brothers will lace up their walking boots and set off on Alfred Wainwright’s iconic Coast to Coast route, trekking nearly 200 miles across Northern England to raise funds for the Taxi Charity for Military Veterans and to mark a very special birthday.
The challenge is being undertaken by Colin, Tony, and David Mills, with this year’s walk honouring Tony’s 60th birthday. The brothers will journey from St Bees on the Cumbrian coast to Robin Hood’s Bay in North Yorkshire, crossing three national parks, the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales, and the North York Moors.
The Coast to Coast walk is not their first charity trek. In 2023, Tony and David joined Colin Mills, to hike along Hadrian’s Wall to celebrate his 60th birthday and raise funds for the charity that is so close to his heart.
The story gained widespread support and highlighted the dedication of volunteers supporting veterans.
“The Coast to Coast is one of Britain’s most beautiful long-distance walks,” said Tony Mills, “We wanted to do something memorable for my birthday, and once again use the opportunity to raise vital funds for the Taxi Charity. We thoroughly enjoyed spending quality time together when we walked Hadrian’s Wall so it was obvious to choose another walking challenge. It’s a privilege to give back to those who’ve served their country, and we hope this walk inspires others to support our incredible veterans.”
To donate to the Mills brothers’ Coast to Coast challenge and support the Taxi Charity, please visit: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/mills-brothers-coast-to-coast-fundraising-walk
To find out more about the support the Taxi Charity offers to veterans or to donate visit www.taxicharity.org
