I started recreational running 10 years ago to maintain fitness in mid life and as an alternative to just walking with our dog around the local countryside.

The Oxford Half Marathon is my first race event and is my 'home' race, being an Oxford lad. The challenge of homelessness has been a concern of mine for a long time and I've supported homeless charities in Oxford for many years both as a volunteer worker in the late 1980's to financial support since that time. When I decided to run this race and I found out that Homeless Oxfordshire was offering charity places, my desire to compete this year as well to run for a cause I've been passionate about for many years was an ideal fit.

I'd love it if you would make a donation for this charity and to encourage me in the race.