As many of you will know, sadly my brother died over 20 years having suffered from depression for a few years.  The period following his death was not easy but my parents were determined something good would come from the tragedy that we went through. Out of this period of grief, The Christopher Horn Trust was born. 

For the last 20 years or so, the Trust has supported musicians at the Guildhall School of Music and Drama, and the Royal Academy to further their musical studies. I have been a trustee since the inception of the trust, along with some of my brother’s friends. I know they all miss him dearly and often think about what life would be like if he was still here.

Two and a half years ago, I took up running through a local running group. Not only is the exercise physically beneficial, but the mental benefits are great too, something I wish Chris has found back in the day.  When I signed up for the London Marathon I never dreamed that I would get a ballot place so imagine my shock when the email came through to say I’d been succesful! 

My running friends are fully supportive of my goal to run the full course and who else could I run in memory of but my baby brother. Chris, the whole 26.2 miles is for you! 

Thank you for reading this and whatever pennies you can spare will be going to a great cause. 

Much love

Gill xx