This is the first time all 4 Macfarlanes are running the Great North Run together. This is especially impressive for Joan, who has never so much as run for a bus in her life before training for this. 

She has fully committed though, rigorously sticking to her training programme come rain, shine or plantar fasciitis. It will be an incredible achievement when she completes it. 

We are raising money for Bluebell Wood Childrens Hospice, who provide care for terminally ill children in Sheffield. Please donate... and pray that Joan doesn't manage to beat me! 

Thanks xx