In this, my 50th year, I have set myself the challenge of completing the London Classics: the London Marathon in April, the London - Surrey 100 mile bike ride in July and the Serpentine 2 mile swim in September, all to raise valuable funds for the Teenage Cancer Trust.

As a secondary school teacher I have been privileged to meet hundreds, if not thousands of amazing young people; but the sad truth is that I have seen teenagers affected by cancer in every school I have worked in. My own niece was diagnosed with leukaemia. Cancer does not discriminate by wealth, intellect, geography or ambition. 

Training time is short, and I am unlikely to break any records; however I am more motivated than ever to complete these challenges so that I can play a small part in improving the life chances of young people who may never get the chance to do something similar.

I am so grateful for any donations and for all the support I know I will get along the way.

Thank you!