Charlie Bird: There is no way I could make it to the top of Croagh Patrick again

It's almost a year since Charlie Bird scaled the 'Reek' along with thousands of supporters to raise funds for two charities close to his heart. We catch up with the retired RTÉ journalist who continues to 'extend the hand of friendship' despite his life-limiting illness  

Charlie Bird and his dog Tiger: extending the hand of friendship to those who need it. Pic: Fergal Phillips Photography.

When people meet Charlie Bird and reach out to shake his hand, he is often surprised to find they’ve pressed a couple of €50 notes into his palm.

The former RTÉ journalist and broadcaster recently received a donation of €2,000 for his Climb With Charlie project.