I’m taking part in the Newcastle-Gateshead 10k, Kingston Park Half-Marathon and Newcastle Quayside 10K all on behalf of our amazing Ellie who has shown more courage in the last few months than most of us will in a lifetime. After undergoing a stem cell transplant, she has been working hard to rebuild her immune system a long, delicate journey that requires specialist care, constant monitoring, and an environment where she can safely heal.

Ellie was placed on Ward 3 at the Newcastle RVI, a unit dedicated to children with severe immune disorders. This ward is supported by The Bubble Foundation, a charity that funds lifesaving equipment, research, and family support for children who need bone marrow or stem cell transplants.

The Bubble Foundation doesn’t just provide medical support they create a safe, protected space where children like Ellie can recover, grow stronger, and look forward to the future. Their work has been a lifeline for our family, and now I want to give something back.

I am raising funds to support this incredible charity so they can continue helping children and families facing the toughest battles. Every donation, no matter the size, makes a real difference. It helps fund vital research, specialist equipment, and the compassionate care that gives children the best possible chance of recovery.

The Bubble Foundation (The Newcastle Upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust)

We restore immune systems & rebuild lives.

The Bubble Foundation are here to give children with life-threatening immune conditions the best possible chance of a full recovery and to make life a little easier for families navigating the trauma of a poorly child.

Our vision: A world where children with life-threatening immune conditions have the chance, not just to survive, but to thrive.

Registered Charity Number 1024552