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My story

 

As many of you already know on September 20th I will be taking part in the Bupa Great North Run (13 miles). Rather than just pounding the streets for my own 'enjoyment' I thought I would try and put the miles to some good use and run in aid of a North East childrens charity which GVA Grimley's Newcastle office are supporting this year. I have looked into the work they do and have been both impressed and moved by the help they give. Below is a link to a video which shows in more detail what I mean - it is very long so don't watch it all (unless you want to) but it will give you a taster.

http://www.tfmradio.com/Article.asp?id=1284494&spid=25436

I know money is scarce at the moment and that we all give to charities in different ways, however I would be grateful if you could consider supporting me for the event. I hate asking for sponsorship so no huge sums please just a few pounds to help a very worthwhile charity and a cause which is important to me.

Training is going well and subject to fighting my way through the crowds I am hoping to break 90 (ish) minutes but not setting any targets just going to enjoy the day and take the opportunity to laugh at a few Newcastle United fans (always fun! - sorry Paul Mc!)

I have various 10k events over the summer and even an international fixture in Scotland at the end of August so keep an eye on this page and I will let people know how I am getting on!

 

Many thanks in advance

 

Chris.

Better late than never. When are you running the London Marathon? Donation by Neil Mort 07/10/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Better late than never! Well done, we looked for you but there were lots of men with very little hair! Donation by Ange et al xxxxx 23/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

better late than never, great time too !! Donation by simon reynolds 22/09/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Well done Chris, knew you would do it! Love Great Nana & Aunty M xx Donation by Jennifer Cheap 21/09/09  

£25.00 + £7.05 Gift Aid

Donation by Ray Douglas 20/09/09  

£10.00

"Good Luck" we know you will do your best. Donation by Mum & Dad 17/09/09  

£25.00

Good luck. Hope you're buying new trainers before the big day!! Donation by Sheila Miller 15/09/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good Luck Chris, I may join you next time!!! love Jen & the boys x Donation by Jennifer Cheap 14/09/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good Luck Chris! For all at Roland Dransfield Donation by Lisa Morton 14/09/09  

£30.00

Donation by Jeremy Prosser 11/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Chris, good luck with the run. You are mad!!! Donation by Philip Fowler, Morgan Lovell 10/09/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good Luck! Donation by Seanine Marsh 10/09/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Good effort and Enjoy the day(if you can!!) Donation by ian stringer 10/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

You better last longer than Martinez will! UP THE TIGERS!!! Donation by Dan Hodge 10/09/09  

£5.00 + £1.41 Gift Aid

Come on Chris. Eye of the tiger. Donation by Jonathan Lowe 10/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck and don't forget the double lined socks! Donation by Bruce Hibbert 09/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

I'm happy to shed a few pounds for you, Chris... Good luck - personal best expected! Donation by Miles Keeping 09/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

A walk in the park for GVA's original Marathon Man! Donation by Richard Lace 09/09/09  

£10.00 + £2.82 Gift Aid

Best of luck at especially at beating 90mins, would be one hell of a time. Donation by Jono Wallis 09/09/09  

£15.00 + £4.23 Gift Aid

Good Luck Donation by Simon Clarke-Williams 09/09/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Good luck Chris from the Arnies Donation by Stephen Arnold 10/08/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Well done Chris! Get under the 90 mins and we will double this - no pressure! Donation by Team Hanson 03/08/09  

£20.00 + £5.64 Gift Aid

Donation by Lynda Douglas 28/07/09  

£13.00
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