Thanks for taking the time to visit my page.

In the summer of 2021 I was diagnosed with stage 2 melanoma, this progressed to stage 3 having entered my lymph nodes over the duration of several months. I've undergone 4 lots of surgery and I'm currently having treatment. I am expected to make a full recovery but having stared down the barrel of this disease and witnessing first hand the effects it has on people and their families, I want to be a part of the cause that helps the people most in need. Although I'm not out of the woods yet I class myself as lucky, some others not so much. I want to raise money to help the people who are suffering, not just the patients and victims of the disease, but their loved ones, the knock on effect of these illnesses often effect the people around the unfortunate more than themselves. Melanoma Focus help in all areas, from patient support, helplines and research. I'm working towards an 'all clear', I'm going to get well, then I'm going to get fit, then I'm going to complete this challenge. I'm doing so surrounded by a wealth of great people, me and my team will smash it. Help us help the people that need it, donations to such areas are down since the pandemic, let's make a difference. 

Best wishes

Matt

My Team to date, ME!!!

My Mum & Dad (Jane & Mark Heywood), My Fiance Nikki Hodgkinson, David Birtles, Lewis Mellor, Tim Crespin, Carl Nolan, Sarah Nolan, Emma Winterbottom, Steven Winterbottom, Trev Ball, Jason Middleton, Cheryl Nolan, Jonney Hodgkinson, Ollie Baines, Katie Birtles, Liz Hinde, Sarah Ridgway and Vicky Goddard.