So there you have it! I am/was 40 years old on March 2nd 2005. In celebration of that great moment I am running (wheezing!!!) the Flora London Marathon, aiming to do it in under 4 hours again.

The training is hideous, I mean really vile. Getting up at 6 on very cold, wet February/March mornings and running for an hour, and then doing a 2/3 hour run at weekends, so please dig deep and sponsor me online.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: Shelter will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

So please sponsor me now!

Many thanks for your support.