Island resident helps blind war veteran on Armed Forces Day
A blind war veteran has been praised for his ‘fantastic effort’ in climbing Ben Nevis on Armed Forces Day.
Eighty-seven-year-old John Banfield from Milton Keynes was assisted in his quest by Island resident Gary Thomas.
The RAF veteran answered a call for assistance from the Royal Air Force Mountain Rescue Association with the duo taking on the challenge yesterday (27 June).
You can find out more HERE.
It’s believed John is the oldest person to make the climb.
Speaking from the top of the tallest peak in the British Isles Gary said it had taken them 5.5 hours:
John was raising money for the charity Blind Veterans UK - you can find a link to donate to the fundraiser HERE.
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