A dad is climbing Mount Everest to leave a special item on the iconic landmark.

Bob McGeachy, from Glasgow, plans to tackle the highest mountain in the world next month to honour his father who died of lung cancer.

Mount Everest is Earth's highest mountain above sea level, located in the Mahalangur Himal sub-range of the Himalayas. 

More than 300 people have died climbing the mountain, but 52-year-old Bob is determined to take a picture of his dad to the base camp.

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Taking a photograph of Robert McGeachy, 63, he plans on marking the 20th anniversary of his death.

He will be joined by his pal Freddie King as they attempt to raise thousands of pounds for Marie Curie to help families affected by cancer.

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Bob told the Glasgow Times: “I am taking a picture of my father up Mount Everest in his memory.

“He died 20 years ago on October 15, which is the exact day we should reach our goal of the base camp.

“He will be with me as I do the climb and it is nice to take a part of him on the journey.

“Everyone has a story about cancer, it sadly affects us all. We wanted to raise money for Marie Curie because they are such a good charity that really helps people.”

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We previously reported how last year Bob climbed Mount Kilimanjaro and raised more than £25k to help support terminally ill people.

He and Freddie were joined by Allan Campbell as they scaled the dormant volcano and managed to raise an astonishing £27,875.00 for Marie Curie.

Now Bob has no plans to slow down as he prepares to reach Everest base camp as part of a 16 day hike.

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Bob explained: “We are no spring chickens anymore being in our 50s, but you never feel that age in your head and we love keeping fit.

“I think it is great to have a challenge and if we can raise money for an amazing cause at the same time that is great.

“I have never attempted his challenge before but I am very excited for it, I can’t wait actually.

“I have done over 100 munros and hiked huge mountains so I feel prepared, there's no feeling like that special place when you are walking.”

You can donate to Bob's climb here.