Daniel McNeil leaves Isle of Man saying he feels like 'part of the family'
A Royal Artillery veteran has left the Isle of Man saying he feels like 'part of the family'.
Daniel McNeil, who was diagnosed with a debilitating autoimmune disease after leaving the army, spent a week walking around the coastline as part of his 16,000 mile ‘journey of a lifetime’.
Today (12 October) he travelled back to the UK.
You can find out more about his journey HERE.
"The kindness I've received has been absolutely amazing." - Daniel McNeil
Daniel's aiming to raise awareness of mental health issues - so far he's raised more than £26,000 for his fundraiser.
While on the Island Daniel was invited to a Royal Artillery dinner and was awarded a medal by the Lieutenant Governor.
"It was a special moment and it's the first award that I've received for my walk."- Daniel McNeil
With 37 days left before he completes his journey around the coastline of the British Isles Daniel told Manx Radio he's 'looking forward to having a cup of tea with his mum':
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