When it comes to service, leadership, and selflessness, few exemplify those values quite like Capt Kartik ‘Bill’ Reddy. With over 25 years in the British Army, Bill began his career as a Signaller and rose through the ranks to become the Garrison Sergeant Major of Blandford Garrison before commissioning in 2021. Today, he proudly serves as the Quartermaster of 10 Signal Regiment—but his dedication doesn’t stop at the end of his duty day.
On July 25th, Capt Reddy will take on the Lakeland 100 ‘Ultra Tour of the Lake District’. It is the most spectacular long-distance trail race which has ever taken place within the UK. The circular route encompasses the whole of the Lakeland fells and includes in the region of 21000ft of ascent (Everest is 29000ft for comparison). Starting at 1800 on Friday 25 Jul, Bill intends to complete this event in 35 to 38 hours whilst carrying a pack weighing 10kg to give himself the maximum challenge in the hopes of raising more funds. But for Bill, this run is more than a physical challenge. It’s a tribute. A tribute to the Corps, to his fellow soldiers—especially those from the Fijian community—and to the bonds that make the military more than a profession; it makes it a family.
This event is being run in honour of Cpl Pat Mitchell, a respected member of 3 Signal Regiment and the Fijian military family, who sadly passed away in 2023. In the difficult days that followed, the Royal Signals Charity stepped in to offer vital support to ensure that Pat’s memory and service were honoured in the right way. Capt Reddy said:
‘Their actions demonstrated clearly what many of us already know. The Corps looks after its own.’
Now, Capt Reddy is stepping up—not just as an individual, but on behalf of the newly formed Royal Signals Fijian Association, which he represents with immense pride. While he’ll be running solo—relying solely on event aid stations and his own training—the support behind him is immense. This challenge is backed by a thriving community of serving personnel, reservists, veterans, and families connected through both the Corps and their Fijian heritage.
Ultra-marathons are not new territory for Capt Reddy. In fact, he’s currently on a personal mission to complete one ultra-marathon every month this year. But this 105-mile challenge holds a deeper meaning—combining his passion for endurance with his lifelong commitment to service and remembrance.
His goal is to raise £1,500 for the Royal Signals Charity—a cause that remains close to his heart. Every donation will help support members of the Corps and their families in times of need, just as it has done before. And as the Royal Signals Fijian Association grows, this event marks the first of many initiatives to give back to the Corps that has given them so much.
We invite you—whether you’re part of the military community or simply someone who values honour, sacrifice, and service—to stand behind Capt Reddy. Let’s help him turn every step into something meaningful.
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Together, we celebrate the Corps, honour our fallen, and ensure no member of our extended family is ever left behind.
