Stomping Grounds North East is a charity that supports children, young people, and families by helping them reconnect with nature and the outdoors. Stomping Grounds creates safe and welcoming spaces where people can build confidence, improve wellbeing, and spend meaningful time outdoors together, with a focus on enabling those who have previously faced barriers to access. Funds raised through this London Marathon run will help Stomping Grounds continue this work and reach more families across the North East who benefit from inclusive, nature-based activities and support.

I have always had a lifelong ambition to run the London Marathon, and as I celebrate my 70th birthday in April, this is the year to also celebrate running a marathon. I am more of a 5km park-runner, but I like a challenge! Although a slow runner, I am determined and have started a strict training programme.

As a keen lover of nature, I believe Stomping Grounds is a great charity to support; the idea of bringing communities together, reconnecting them with nature deserves funding. These days, all of us need more opportunities for outdoor activities such as forest schools and holiday camps.

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