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Alison Ratcliffe is raising money for The Newman Holiday Trust
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Flora London Marathon 2007 · 22 April 2007 ·

Established in 1981, the Newman Holiday Trust began by running a one week summer holiday for children with special needs. The Trust now provides holidays for about 130 children with special needs aged four to sixteen each year, in various locations around the UK. Due to the high level of skilled care they require or financial circumstances, the children selected for these breaks would not otherwise receive a holiday. The holidays provide a range of fun activities in a safe and supportive environment and use a care ration of one helper to one child at all times. The Trust is an entirely voluntary organization and owes its success to over 200 people who dedicate their free time to helping these children. This voluntary structure ensures that every penny raised goes directly towards a child's holiday.

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Well I've done it - I have run the London Marathon 2007.  It was a wonderful and unforgettable experience.  I would like to take this opportunity to thank Mohan Gharial and the Newman Holiday Trust, for giving me the chance to complete a run that I have always wanted to do!!!!  It's one box that is firmly ticked.

It was a scorcher of a day, but the atmosphere and support along the route was fantastic.  The whole journey, for me, has been incredible.  I have learnt so much throughout the months of training, about self discipline, diet, mind over matter  and the generosity of my family and friends.  I couldn't of done it without you all.

 Oops nearly forgot to say, my time was 5 hours and 12 mins - the whole run was made even more special as I met by bestest running partner, Shauna Heppelthwaite at mile 24 and finished with her.  A truly memorable moment!!!

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU.

 



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