I am running the London Marathon on 25 April 2027 for the Fire Fighters Charity!

The Fire Service has always been a part of my life. My Grandfather was the first of three generations in my family to serve, with my dad and brother following in his footsteps. My Dad is currently the Chief Fire Officer for the Isles of Scilly FRS, and my brother, Freddie, is a Watch Manager with Cornwall FRS. In 2003, my dad suffered a traumatic leg fracture and was supported by the Fire Fighters Charity, so our family has seen first-hand the work that the Charity does for members of the fire community.

I never followed in the family footsteps in joining the Fire Service, but it’s always been a constant force in my family’s lives. From visiting my dad’s station as a child and squirting water from the hoses, to supporting my local station’s Santa’s Grotto fundraisers and car washes.

I’ve also seen first-hand the sacrifices that Firefighters make on a regular basis in service of their commitment to the community. From the hours of sleep lost to overnight shouts, to the plates of food left cold when the call came in at dinnertime, it never matters; they’re up and out of the door without a second of hesitation.

They’re my ’why’; I want to run to represent my family and the sacrifices they have made. I want to contribute to the support of the brave men and women who risk their safety for strangers they’ve never met.

26.2 miles is nothing in comparison, but I see this as an opportunity to give back in my own way. Thanks for reading and for supporting my fundraising efforts!