Looking forward to supporting this great charity over the winter months with some blood, sweat, tears and the occasional pulled calf muscle, in an effort to conquer the much coveted London Marathon. The NHS do not have the budget to support play for children in hospitals. Therefore a significant amount of their funding comes from charitable endeavours.

Starlight is the UK’s leading charity for children’s play in hospitals and hospices. Evidence shows that play has the power to reduce fear, pain and trauma during treatment and recovery from illness - boosting mental and physical health and resilience. Starlight works to ensure every child has the opportunity, space and time to experience play. They also undertake research and campaign to ensure children’s right to play is protected and provided for.

Thanks for reading - and do it for the kids! 🧒 👦 👶