<p>Hauling myself around 26 miles of London's tarmac&nbsp;is not my best idea.&nbsp; I started training in&nbsp;early&nbsp;November and without exception it has proved a cold, wet and miserable experience.</p> <p>BUT, it is for a wonderful cause:</p> <p><strong>The Royal Star &amp; Garter Charity provides outstanding nursing &amp; therapeutic care to the ex-Service Community at its Richmond and Solihull Homes.</strong></p> <p>You can learn more elsewhere on this page.&nbsp; It really is a wonderful charity and offers you the chance&nbsp;to show your support&nbsp;for those who have served our country.&nbsp;Below is a link to the Royal Star &amp; Garter Homes website:</p> <p><a href="http://www.starandgarter.org/">http://www.starandgarter.org/</a></p> <p>Remember that Gift Aid&nbsp;can be&nbsp;reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer.</p>