Childhood is special. It should be a time of joy, wonder, curiosity and fun. Of making friends, making mistakes, and growing into the adults we become. But it’s also fragile, and sometimes all too brief.

That’s why Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity raises funds to help give seriously ill children childhoods that are fuller, funner and longer. For the children from all over the UK who are treated by Great Ormond Street Hospital every day, for children with rare or complex illnesses everywhere, for this generation and all those to come. Because no childhood should be lost to serious illness.

Last year, I challenged myself to run 100km in September and was blown away by the support — raising over £1,000 for Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity.

This year, I’m stepping it up and taking on the Royal Parks Half Marathon in October, once again running to support the children and families at GOSH.

As a London black cab driver, GOSH holds a special place in our hearts. It’s a long-standing tradition for cabbies to give free rides to children and their families travelling to the hospital for treatment. This is one small way we try to make their journey a little easier at such a difficult time.

Now I’m asking for your help to continue that tradition of support — by sponsoring my run and helping me raise vital funds for the hospital. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a difference.

Thank you for standing with me, with GOSH, and with the children who inspire us all.

I'm taking part in the Royal Parks Half Marathon 2025 for TeamGOSH, and by sponsoring me, you’re helping to give seriously ill children the best chance and the best childhood possible. Thank you!