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Charity walk in boy's memory raises thousands

Kerry Ferrier Group of charity walkers, dressed in pink, pose with a banner at Pitsford Reservoir on a sunny dayKerry Ferrier
The walk was followed by a gathering at a local pub with a raffle and live music

A charity walk in memory of an "awesome" 17-year-boy has raised more than £4,000 for two local mental health causes.

Bradley Robertson from Brixworth, Northamptonshire, took his own life in January.

On Saturday, dozens of people took on a 7.5 mile (12km) walk around Pitsford Water in the county as part of a day of fundraising activities to support Wellingborough-based Kelly's Heroes and Wootton-based The Man Cave.

Organisers of the Bradley's Peaky Walk and Fundraiser said it "far exceeded our expectations".

The event was so-called in recognition of Bradley's love for the TV show Peaky Blinders and saw participants take part in bright pink shirts.

It was followed by a raffle and live music at the nearby George Inn pub in Brixworth.

Kerry Ferrier Group of walkers at Pitsford Reservoir Kerry Ferrier
The charity event helped to raise more than £4,000 for two local mental health groups

Bradley's mother, Amanda Robertson, said the family felt inspired to raise awareness of mental health in young people.

She said: "To be honest, a lot of the symptoms [of Bradley's depression] weren't obvious.

"We're just trying to get as much awareness out there and I'll be happy if the whole world knows who Bradley was."

Kelly's Heroes is a charity which provides counselling for bereaved parents following suicide, while The Man Cave is a mental health support group designed for men.

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