I am taking part in the Firewalk 2025 to support the RUH Bath – walking over hot coals not only to prove that I am tougher than I think, but also to raise money for an excellent cause.

The Royal United Hospital, Bath has supported me and my family through the birth of my son, his recent surgery, and my own chronic health challenges over the past few years. If there is one thing I have learnt throughout my recent experiences, it’s that we can build our own resilience - and this is my opportunity to give back to the people who helped me do that.

Every penny goes towards helping care for patients at the hospital and providing state-of-the-art equipment and facilities for loved ones. From transforming hospital wards, funding life changing research and innovative technologies, to providing mental health first aid training to staff and arts programmes for children and older people on the wards. With your help, we can make RUH care extraordinary for every patient, and support the hospital staff to do what they do best.