Over the next year, before I turn 50, I will run 12 half-marathons in 12 months to raise money for charity. I'll be doing this in memory of my dad, Raoul Perry, and for all the children who have lost their lives to war.

War Child is a charity which strives for a world in which no child's life is torn apart by war. They protect, educate and stand up for the rights of children living in war zones. The funds are used to support children whose lives have been turned upside-down by conflict - through emergency care, emotional and physical support and access to services to catch up on lost education.

My daughter tells me that I only have four topics of conversation: menopause, running, society's descent into fascism and podcasting. She is right, so I have decided to harness them all for this cause.

Anything you can give would be much appreciated, as would any fellow runners on the routes.