Thanks for visiting my fundraising page. Please consider sponsoring me for the London Marathon which I ran on 26th April this year. I'd be grateful for all donations - even if its just 50p.

I've been running again for the last three years after a 'rest' of about 20 years. I completed the London Marathon the second time it was held in 1982. I can't be precise about my time, but I think it was just over 4 hours. I was hoping that as a 48 year old I'd be able to beat my time as a 21 year old and get round in under 4 hours. However, it was so hot on the day I struggled in the second half of the race eventually finishing in 4 hours and 20 minutes. The sensible thing would have been to stop, but knowing that I was raising money for ExtraCare kept me going.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor me: ExtraCare Charitable Trust gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation.

With the money raised I'm hoping to encourage our residents to achieve more than they thought was possible by living active lives. Whether that is by purchasing some additional gym equipment or by paying for a resident to take part in a challenge. So please sponsor me now!