On Sunday 19th October I will be attempting a first for me - my first ever marathon!

I will be running the Yorkshire Marathon in York, attempting an epic 26.2 mile run (yikes!!), something that has been on my bucket list for years, but is a really daunting challenge!

To make it even better, I thought I would fundraise for a cause very close to my heart, Ecclesfield Scout Group. It is our local group and my three boys have really benefited from being members over many years. It is a very inclusive group, for both boys and girls, with great leaders who give up their time to run an amazing programme of activities for our young people.

This year the Scout Hut boiler needed replacing, which was very expensive. They have been fundraising all year to covers the costs and there is about £500 left to raise. I have set my target at that level, but anything above that will got to the Scout Group's funds to support the great work the Group do.

I have been training all year, training with miles and miles of running, so please donate a few quid if you can. It will be much appreciated.