Over 400 individuals will compete in the annual Springboard Virtual Race, To Cambodia and Back, which challenges teams (of up to 20 people) to cover 14,000 miles virtually from 1-31st July 2024. Teams or individuals are encouraged to cover the miles any way they like by walking, running, cycling, wheeling, swimming or skipping.

It is £15 to enter which includes a goodie bag and charity t-shirt, as well as prizes for the winning teams including the fastest team and most money raised.

Chris Gamm, chief executive of Springboard, said: “As we reflect on Mental Health Awareness Week across the hospitality industry, we hope our Springboard Virtual Race charity challenge will offer some mental health relief for the body and mind through this fun, healthy, social, fitness outdoors activity.

“And all whilst fundraising for the Springboard Charity – as we continue our mission to provide training and employment opportunities in hospitality, to young and underprivileged people facing challenges.”

The Springboard Charity was set up 33 years ago and their mission is to futureproof the talent pipeline for hospitality by giving young and unemployed people the skills and confidence to launch their careers in the industry.

Register your Virtual Race place here (as an individual or team): https://springboard.uk.net/events/virtual-race-to-cambodia-and-back/.