Melanie Ashford

31 Miles in May: Move it for Mental Health 2026

My Activity Tracking

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My target 31 mi

I'm taking on 31 Miles this May for Mental Health UK

This May, I'm taking on 31 miles to support Mental Health UK.

Mental health affects every part of our lives, and with the right support, people can navigate event the toughest times.

Mental Health UK works at home, in schools, and in workplaces across the UK helping people build the tools and condience to navigate life's challenges.

If you're able to support me, I'd really appreciate it. Your donation will help more people get the support they need, when they need it most.

Thank you!

My Achievements

I added a blog post

I self donated

I shared my page

Halfway there

Officially a fundraising hero

My Updates

Day 28: 3 miles to go!

Thursday 28th May
I can't believe I only have 3 miles to go! This challenge has flown by. Thank you again for all the love, support and donations! It really means a lot to me.

For those who have been following my TikToks, I am doing a bit better than I was, but I'm still struggling with not wanting to be here. I have lots of help though, and have been busy making plans so I have things to look forward to. 

I'm a little worried about what I'm going to do now Uni is coming to a close for the summer, but have decided to do some other courses in mental health areas inbetween my Chemistry degree. 

Day 27: I fell over

Wednesday 27th May
So I fell over on my walk today, lol. I am ok though, just bumped and scraped up a bit. :( Still on my feet though! I have 4 miles or so left to do and it's my birthday on Sunday. :)

Day 24: 25 Miles ahead of the heatwave!

Sunday 24th May
I hit 25 miles today! I have a really sore toe but otherwise I am ok. Ginny is also doing fine. 

Also, yesterday I hit my goal of £100! Thank you so much to everyone who has donated. It means the world to me, and thank you also for the love and support from my TikToks about mental health and psychosis. 

I still have 6 miles to go, it's not over yet! 

Day 23: Nearly at 24 Miles

Saturday 23rd May
I can't believe how fast this challenge is going! I'm at something like 23.85 miles! And there's just over a week to go. 


Day 22: I think I hit 23 miles today

Friday 22nd May
Hi guys,

Sorry there was no update for yesterday. I forgot, but I did update my miles. 

I'm struggling with my own mental health still, but am hanging on and accessing support and things. 

Ginny is doing well. Loving the sun today!

Day 20: 20 Miles Celebratory Selfie

Wednesday 20th May
20 miles selfie! For 25 miles I’ll post a selfie with Ginny :)

Day 19: I hit 20 miles today!

Tuesday 19th May
I hit the big 20 miles today! Only 11 more to go!

Really struggling with my own mental health, but am soldiering on. 

Day 18: Nearly at 20 Miles

Monday 18th May
I am at 19.9 miles so far. I can't believe how close to the next milestone that is! My foot is ok, but it's back to coats and wellies for walks today! 


Day 17: 17.4 Miles and an Injured Foot

Sunday 17th May
I'm currently at 17.4 miles, and £77! I do have an injured foot though, but I am ok. (I had a blister and now my foot has split, which is very sore, but it's nothing major.) 

I've decided what to post when I hit 20 miles. :) I'm hoping to hit 20 miles tomorrow or Tuesday. 

Day 16: Still going!

Saturday 16th May
Just a quick update today. I'm still going, and my buddy Ginny is still going too. :)

I am so grateful for all the donations, shares and support so far. This challenge is harder than it looks, especially when you're juggling your own mental health problems. I'm finding it physically and mentally challenging, but I'm managing to keep going. 

Not sure what to post when I hit 20 miles or the big £100! 

Day 15: Halfway through the miles!

Friday 15th May
@melaniewriter778

Ginny is doing 31 Miles in May with me. She’s having a blast so far! https://fundraising.mentalhealth-uk.org/fundraisers/melanieashford #mentallyilltiktok #mentalhealth #mentalhealthuk #mentalhealthmatters #psychosis

♬ Puppy Walk - Puppy Songs

I hit £75 today! 😃

Thursday 14th May
@melaniewriter778

#mentallyilltiktok #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthuk #31milesinmayformentalhealthuk https://fundraising.mentalhealth-uk.org/fundraisers/melanieashford TW: Suicide

♬ original sound - melaniewriter778

Day 14: 14.7 Miles

Thursday 14th May
Here is Ginny, my official walking buddy for 31 Miles in May. :) I am so close to 15 miles. I can’t believe the weather though, we had actual hailstones!

Day 13: 5 Things I Wish People Knew About Hearing Voices

Wednesday 13th May
@melaniewriter778

https://fundraising.mentalhealth-uk.org/fundraisers/melanieashford #mentallyilltiktok #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthuk #psychosis

♬ original sound - melaniewriter778

Day 12: A tiny bit of my story

Tuesday 12th May
@melaniewriter778

#mentalhealth #psychosis #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthuk #mentalhealthtiktok https://fundraising.mentalhealth-uk.org/fundraisers/melanieashford

♬ original sound - melaniewriter778

Day 11: Starting to struggle

Monday 11th May
The miles I did on Friday and Saturday are starting to hit me now. I can't believe I still have 20 miles left to go. I'm at that bit where it seems impossible and I am so tired. My buddy, Ginny the Frenchie, is still leaping around and pelting down lanes though. I don't know what I feed her but she is impossible to wear out. <3 

I will post a video of Ginny when I hit 15 miles and another video about my psychosis when I hit £50 in donations. Thank you so much to everyone who's donated so far, this means so much to me. YOU mean so much to me. 

£12 would give 2 people a place at a peer support group for a month, something similar saved my life. 

Day 10: More about my psychosis

Sunday 10th May
@melaniewriter778

#mentalhealth #psychosis #mentalhealthmatters https://fundraising.mentalhealth-uk.org/fundraisers/melanieashford

♬ original sound - melaniewriter778

Day 9

Saturday 9th May
11 miles!

Day 8: 8.5 miles

Friday 8th May
I am so proud of myself. I hit 8.5 miles today!

A bit more about me

Thursday 7th May
@melaniewriter778

https://fundraising.mentalhealth-uk.org/fundraisers/melanieashford #booktok #mentalhealth #psychosis

♬ original sound - melaniewriter778

Day 7: 5.9 miles so far!

Thursday 7th May
I'm only 1.1 miles behind! I can maybe do this!
Wednesday 6th May
@melaniewriter778

https://fundraising.mentalhealth-uk.org/fundraisers/melanieashford #fundraising #mentalhealth #mentalhealthuk #booktok #31milesinmay

♬ original sound - melaniewriter778

Day 5: More than a mile today!

Tuesday 5th May

Day 4: Narrowly missed the rain!

Monday 4th May
Another day, another walk! Still not hitting the miles but I'm working on it. :) Today it looked like it was going to pour down, and I forgot my coat, but luckily it didn't rain while I was out. 

Day 3: Sorting my attitude out!

Sunday 3rd May
I am being really hard on myself and I don't think that's healthy, haha! I managed another walk today, and am planning some longer ones in the park to catch up. I'm juggling multiple medical issues and the last month of the Uni year as well at the moment, so every mile counts and every mile is a win! 

Day 2: Bit better today!

Saturday 2nd May
I managed a longer walk today, but am definitely falling behind. 

Day 1: Kick-off Day!

Friday 1st May
Just got back from a walk! Started the challenge with 0.8 km / 50 km. The point was to start :) 

Thank you to my Sponsors

£15

Deborah Wadsworth

Keep going you are amazing

£7.44

Shay Renaut

So proud to support you! Run and walk well out there for those 31 miles and this amazing cause. 💙

£5

Anonymous

£20

Anna

31 miles in 31 days with your four-legged walking buddy — all for such an important cause. Every step helps shine a light on mental health and support people who may be struggling quietly. Proud of you both...

£10

Anonymous

Well done Mel, keep going!!

£5

Sally

Good luck Melanie, you have got this!!!

£10

Anonymous

Well done Mel!

£10

Scarlet

Good luck! 🤞🏻 you’ve got this!

£10

Natasha

Good on you and keep it up!👍🏾

£12

Melanie Ashford

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