The Greater Man Challenge

Resurrecting a 76ft sailing boat, raising awareness for men's mental health.  

Whilst there have been great leaps forward in the discussion around men’s mental health in recent years, men still account for nearly 80% of suicides in the UK each year. 

The boat - the Greater Manchester Challenge - was built in the 1980's using funds raised from charitable donations, and used by the Ocean Youth Club to teach young cadets at sea. For the past 15 years it has been collecting rust and dust in Chatham Marina, until now...

It is our hope to restore her  and complete a transatlantic crossing, documenting the process on YouTube, and producing a feature length documentary. 

Whilst completing the extensive works, we will be discussing the themes of men’s mental health that effect so many. 

The Greater Man Challenge is a registered non-profit, and after the transatlantic we will continue to empower individuals through life changing adventure trips both on and off the boat.