As many of you will know, my daughter Elodie was diagnosed with a serious heart condition antenatally. We have been very lucky so far that she has only required two short stays in hospital, however I understand the anxiety caused by having to leave your loved ones overnight at hospital and returning home alone.

Thankfully, Ronald McDonald House Charities UK (RMHC) provides free ‘home away from home’ accommodation to families with children having treatment in hospital, and on 7 August 2021 I’ll be taking on my first Ironman Triathlon in Tallin, Estonia all while raising money for RMHC.

The course sets a challenge of:

• Swimming 3.8km
• Cycling 180 km
• Running 42.2 km

RMHC Houses offer much more than just a place to stay; they provide family activities, peer support, respite, and many other services. This means that families can be by their child’s bedside in a matter of moments, whilst maintaining a degree of normal life with reduced emotional and financial strain. We help over 6,000 families each year and now, more than ever, we need your support. Thank you.