Why I'm Running

Hi there! I've made the decision to train for and run the 26.2 miles of the 2025 London Marathon. I'm doing this because I'd like to raise some money for the charity Guide Dogs for the Blind, who have helped our family over the past few years.

My wonderful and caring daughter Tamsin is visually impaired, primarily with a condition called Nystagmus, which impacts her ability to control the movement of her eyes. Guide Dogs have been able to provide us with days out to meet other VI children, access to technology, and popular childrens books specially printed with her choice of fonts, sizes, line spacing, etc. These have been invaluable as she starts school and learns to read, following her interests in books and being able to choose from a huge selection.

In the past I've enjoyed running but have only been out a handful of times in the past three years. All that is about to change - training for a marathon will take many hours across several months as I build up my endurance. I have already made my start.

About Guide Dogs

Every day, 250 more people join the 2 million already living with sight loss. This number is set to double by 2050, which is why our work is more important than ever before, however, we can only continue our life-changing work, such as our guide and buddy dog services, mobility training, education support, sighted guides and much more with your support.

With your support, we can help children and adults to live actively, independently, and well. Guide Dogs wouldn't be here without you. Our life-changing services depend on donations so thank you for supporting us.