I have decided this year to run 3 races to raise vital funds for Jigsaw South East. I would really appreciate it if you could help me reach my target for the year!

7th April: South Downs Way 50

A 50 mile race along the South Downs Way National Trail, beginning in Worthing and finishing in Eastbourne. This race has a total elevation of 5700ft!

15th April: Brighton Marathon 2018

Just a week later I'll be running the Brighton Marathon for the 4th consecutive year. The Brighton Marathon was my first 'big race' - I never expected I'd go on to become an ultra runner!

9th June: South Downs Way 100

This will be my longest race so far and will definitely be a challenge. There is 12700ft of elevation this time, starting in Winchester and finishing in Eastbourne. Preparation for this started in January and I'll have put it hundreds of training miles (and a few pairs of running shoes!) by the time it comes to race day.

I have chosen to support Jigsaw this year as the work they do is so important and as a small charity they rely on donations to keep providing this support.

Jigsaw (South East) offers grief support to children and young people who have experienced the death of a significant family member through illness, accident, suicide or murder. In partnership with Macmillan, it also provides support to children and young people who have a family member with a life-limiting condition.

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