Thanks so much for visiting my page!

Well I‘m excited to say that I’ve managed to secure a place in the Marathon Des Sables 2013! In April, I’ll be arriving in the sweltering Sahara desert to complete this punishing ultra-marathon, whilst raising vital money and awareness for UK Spinal Cord Injury cure research charity, Walkoncemore. This will be a punishing event, but I’m really looking forward to the challenge and hoping that you’ll all get behind me as I prepare for it!

As a a six-day, 254 km (156 mile) ultra-marathon and the equivalent to six regular marathons, the MdS really is the toughest footrace on Earth. It’s nothing, however, compared to how tough life is for millions of Spinal Cord Injury victims all over the World. By pushing myself through each grueling mile, I’m aiming to raise much needed funds and awareness towards cutting edge research into a cure for this devastating condition.

In an instant, a paralysing Spinal Cord Injury robs the victim and their family of so much, and Walkoncemore support only the most cutting edge research into a solution. Permanent Spinal Cord Injuries will hopefully be a thing of the past before long, and Walkoncemore generate funds to support the brightest minds working tirelessly to make this happen as soon as is safely possible.

A Spinal Cord Injury can affect any one of us at any time, so please think of Walkoncemore's work as something of an insurance policy, and please dig deep! Every little bit really does help, and will propel me round this unforgiving course again. I’m looking to raise a minimum of £7,000, but I may even exceed this with your kindness and generosity – fingers crossed!

Donating through JustGiving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. It’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.

Really appreciate your support, thanks so much everyone!!