Every three minutes, someone develops dementia. This is not a natural part of aging, we can beat it, but we cant do it alone. 

Alzheimer's Society is the UK's leading dementia charity and very close to myself and Rachel. Like many people we have lost family members who have been directly affected by dementia and have experienced first hand the pain caused by the gradual loss of someone you love. 

Until the day a cure is found, Alzheimer's Society works to create a society where those affected by dementia are supported and accepted in their community. Every penny you donate is making sure we can be there for people affected by dementia.

The London Marathon will be a huge personal challenge for me and whilst I have started to get into running in the past year, those who have known me for longer will know this has come relatively out of the blue!

I am running in memory of my wonderful Nan, Mavis.