The Walk to Hope

Hi, I’m Matthew and this May, I’m setting out on a 330-mile solo journey from Edinburgh to Ben Hope, the northernmost Munro in Scotland.

I’m doing it in aid of The Canmore Trust, a Scottish charity dedicated to suicide prevention and postvention.

This isn’t just a walk. It’s a mission to raise awareness, open up conversation, and support a cause that saves lives.

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Why This Walk Matters

In 2019, I came close to taking my own life.

There was no dramatic event. No big trauma. Just a slow, quiet slide into a place I couldn’t see a way out of.

Since then, I’ve shared my story to help others feel less alone and to show that it’s okay to talk about the hard stuff.

That help is out there.

But to also show that hope is real.

This journey? This is about turning that story into action. Putting every step toward something bigger than myself.

That’s why I’m walking for The Canmore Trust — a charity close to my heart. I met its founder, John, at an event some time ago, and we’ve become close collaborators ever since. His son, Cameron, is the reason the Trust exists and his legacy lives on in every life they reach.

In a meaningful twist, Cameron is also my last name. That connection adds even more purpose to every mile.

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The Route

I’ll be walking from Edinburgh to Ben Hope over the course of three weeks — 330 miles in total. The route includes canal paths, the West Highland Way, the Great Glen Way, and the remote northern Highlands.

It’s not a polished expedition.

I’m not a seasoned adventurer.

I’ve never done anything like this before.

I didn't even own hiking shoes until mid-March.

But I’m committed — body and mind — to every mile.

It will a journey through some of the most beautiful, challenging, and symbolic landscapes in Scotland — a place that’s held grief and resilience in equal measure.

No doubt it will be a serious mental and physical challenge. I’ll be carrying my own gear, camping much of the way, and documenting the highs, the lows, and the lessons as I go.

One at Ben Hope, I'll then join the charity as they climb the munro in their 'Walk for Hope'

The Fundraising Goal

This is a two-part fundraiser:

I estimate this will cost £1,000 - £1,500.

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Why This Matters

This challenge brings together everything I stand for: connection, resilience, hope, and truth.

By supporting this walk, you're not just helping me take on a personal test — you're helping fund real, practical support for those impacted by suicide.

You're helping to start conversations that too often go unspoken.

You're helping to show that even when things feel heavy, we never truly walk alone.

How You Can Help

Thank you for being here. Thank you for believing that change is possible.

Together, we can make a difference — one step at a time.

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Follow along my journey on my Instagram: @thatmattcameron

Or connect with me on LinkedIn here.