Woman who has lost 70lb plans lockdown marathon to boost mental health charity in Milton Keynes

Kate Leech is walking the equivalent of a 26.2 mile marathon over the next month with the aim of raising at least £250 for Rethink Mental Illness.

The charity has provided invaluable help to her in coping with her own problems.

"They have helped me hugely when I needed them through their groups based in Milton Keynes," she said.

Kate is also hoping to get fit and improve her stamina.

"Walking isn't fun to me so it's a big undertaking I'm also overweight so it's to help me lose some lbs. I've already lost nearly 5 stone. Before there was no chance I was able to do it ."

She no longer needs to attend Rethink groups but still chats with other members of the charity's Facebook page.

You can donate to Kate's JustGiving page here.Rethink's aim is to make sure everyone affected by severe mental illness has a good quality of life.

Kate said: "Honestly, they are absolutely amazing and I'm so proud to be able to help them."