The alleged most beautiful half marathon (plus a bit) in the UK, Coniston 14 is a challenge for even experienced runners.  I was inspired to participate to help raise money for Carers UK, the Coutts Charity of the Year.  The funds we raise will be used to launch a new service to support recently bereaved carers, helping them emotionally and practically rebuild their lives.

Having started training, a colleague alerted me to the fact that the Lake District is substantially hillier than the slope from Embankment station to the Strand.  The abject horror and panic I experience when thinking about this is only eased by the belief that I can hit my target and raise a good chunk of dosh for such a phenomenal cause.  Please help me!

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