Ben (with help from Mum & Dad) will be taking on “31 Miles in August 2026” to support Diabetes UK and help raise vital funds for this important cause.

As most of you will know, on 28th April 2026, our lives changed instantly when Ben was diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes at just 10 years old. He was in DKA and had to spend a few days in hospital.

T1D is an autoimmune disease which means his immune system attacked and destroyed the cells in his pancreas that make insulin. This then means his wee body can’t make its own insulin now and he needs insulin injections before every meal. There’s a lot that goes with it including carb counting, checking his blood glucose levels, changing his CGM every 10 days, dealing with hypoglycaemia and hyperglycaemia, educating ourselves and others and the factors that could change how the insulin works (eg. heat, activity). Our little boy has had to endure so much and grow up a bit quicker that he should have to, all without a complaint and just a giant smile on his face. He’s embraced this new version of himself and has made us such proud parents.

Ben wants to do something nice for a cause that is now very close to his heart. Your contribution will make a difference, whether you donate £1 or £5. Every donation, big or small, helps and is hugely appreciated.

Thank you for your support 💙🧡