The relay has been organised by NFU Community Farming Heroes Andy and Lynda Eadon, whose son, Len, tragically took his own life on New Year’s Day 2022. The nationwide tractor drive is taking in over 2,000 miles of British roads in the name of raising awareness about mental health and that no-one should feel alone or isolated. The relay is led by a specially crafted Len’s Light box, which is lighting the way on this important journey.
The journey so far
Along the way the tractor relay has called in at the Royal Highland Show and even stopped at Parliament Square in London, where Farming Minister Mark Spencer MP took the wheel and drove the John Deere into the Houses of Parliament.
NFU Cymru Deputy President Abi Reader, who helped greet the Len’s Light Tractor Relay arrival in Builth Wells, said: “It was essential to me and NFU Cymru colleagues to head to Builth Wells Market to welcome in the Len’s Light team. This is such an important cause and I cannot praise Andy and Lynda highly enough for the strength and courage they have shown to champion this important message in the face of such personal tragedy.
“It has been heartwarming to see the reception that the Len’s Light Tractor Relay has had at all of its destination points and we at NFU Cymru were happy and proud to play our small part in such a worthy cause.”
How to donate
Funds donated to the campaign will be split across three charities: Farming Community Network, the Farm Safety Foundation and Papyrus. You can donate via the dedicated fundraising page leneadon.muchloved.com.
Support is available
For anyone who has been affected by Len Eadon's story, help is available. Samaritans are there – day or night, 365 days a year. You can call them for free on 116 123, or visit their website to find the nearest branch.
Support is also available to farmers in Wales through the DPJ Foundation 0800 587 4262; Farming Community Network 03000 111 999; RABI Wales/Cymru 0800 188 4444; and Tir Dewi 0800 121 4722.