Thank you for taking the time to visit our JustGiving page. Myself (Chris) and Lee are raising money for SSAFA because a few year ago they were there for me and my family when my sister died suddenly. Without them, it would have been a much tougher time for me and my family and while I can never fully repay them for their support, I’d like to try and raise some funds for a fantastic charity. 

After saying I’d never do a marathon after running the great north run, a few weeks later I found myself signing up for the Manchester Marathon. What made me do it? More of, who made me do it… enter Lee Johnson! He may have talked me into this silly challenge, but he’s also supporting me in raising money for SSAFA! 

Anyone who knows me, knows that I don’t really enjoy running in my old age and this is certainly going to test me mentally and physically so please give whatever you can to ease the pain. I’m pretty sure Lee is with me on this as well after reading his weekly post run reports 😂.

SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, has been providing lifelong support to our Forces and their families since 1885. Last year our teams of volunteers and employees helped more than 79,500 people in need, from Second World War veterans to young men and women who have served in more recent conflicts, and their families.