I’m delighted to confirm that I’ve received a direct entry ballot place for this year’s London Marathon.

On Sunday, 26th April I will be running 26.2 miles through the streets of London and achieving one of my lifelong goals.

I have a direct ballot place but have decided to use the opportunity to try and raise some much-needed funds for a local children’s charity.

In 2020, family friends tragically lost their daughter and, in her memory, decided to create the Ellie’s Angels charity https://www.elliesangels.org/. The charity is local and not for profit. Any monies raised are used to support young people and their families struggling with mental health issues.

The beauty of the ballot place means I’ve no minimum target to obtain, so any amount large or small will be absolutely appreciated and will go to helping such a worthy cause.

With thanks in advance, Laura. x