Thanks for taking the time to visit my JustGiving page.

I am running my first (and probably only!) marathon in October 2017. I've enjoyed running with friends for the past 6 years, and now having completed some half marathons, and with my 40th birthday looming soon, I decided it was time for "the big one"!

I am fundraising for NETA, a fantastic small charity based in Newcastle, that works with people with aphasia and their families. I used to work at NETA before training as a speech and language therapist, so have first hand experience of the invaluable support and advice they offer, all on a very small budget. Your sponsorship is greatly appreciated and I know that running 26.2 miles is nothing compared with overcoming a communication impairment after a stroke (even if I do whinge about sore legs.)

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. So it's the most efficient way to donate - saving time and cutting costs for the charity.