I adopted my beloved cat Drusilla in 2013 from Cats Protection (Gateshead and Newcastle branch). She’s much more than a pet to me - she’s a dear friend and a member of the family. There is nothing better than a hard day at work, and being greeted by a wee kitty face. I see this run as a way of giving something back to the small fluffs who don’t have a voice. Many of my friends have rescue cats and/or support animal welfare charities, so I hope you’ll send me a little something to help, and to encourage me on that long, long run from Central Newcastle to the coast! Thank you.

Cats Protection is the UK’s leading feline welfare charity. Our vision is a world where every cat is treated with kindness and an understanding of its needs. Cats Protection has simple and clear objectives to help cats:Homing - Finding good homes for cats in needNeutering - Supporting and encouraging the neutering of catsInformation - Improving people’s understanding of cats and their careAchieving this vision is only made possible due to kind cat lovers who support our work. Visit www.cats.org.uk for more information.