Andrew Jenkins, known from the BBC hit show The Traitors, is swapping cameras for cycling and hiking this September

He’s taking part in the Peak Online Adventure Triathlon Wales to raise money for Tŷ Hafan, the children’s hospice that supports kids with life-limiting conditions across Wales.

The event is set in Bannau Brycheiniog and runs over two days. It isn’t about finishing first. People of all abilities take part, with a focus on teamwork, getting outdoors, and doing something good for mental health. The triathlon includes paddling on open water, cycling through the hills, and hiking over mountain trails.

Jenkins said he’s looking forward to it.

“I am super excited to be taking part in the Adventure Triathlon Wales on September 12 raising vital funds for Tŷ Hafan,” he said.

“The event combines two things that I am very passionate about - exercise and being outdoors in nature.

“I am a huge advocate of both; I believe a lot of the challenges and issues we face in this fast-paced world could be improved if we moved more and spent more time outdoors. If we spent more time moving our bodies and being outdoors, the mental health crisis we are currently in would significantly improve.”

With mental health high on the national agenda, organisers say the event has been designed to promote connection, inclusion and shared experience, highlighting how movement and time outdoors can positively impact emotional wellbeing.

In addition to Tŷ Hafan, the event is supporting three South Wales mental health groups and a special needs school. It is also being held in memory of Paul Russell, who tragically lost his battle with mental health last summer.

Event organiser Andrew Bowers said: “The event is designed not just as a physical test, but as an opportunity to bring people together for mental wellbeing and to promote community engagement with businesses.”

Each participant will wear custom-designed kit sponsored by Welsh businesses, with Taco Bell confirmed as headline event sponsor.

The Adventure Triathlon Wales will take place across the Welsh countryside from September 11-13, bringing together individuals, businesses and charities in a shared endurance experience centred on community and wellbeing.

For more information, or to take part, visit: https://po-tri.uk/adventure-triathlon-wales/