So after 15 years of trying to get a spot, I’m finally in and attempting to complete The London Marathon at the ripe old age of 50 years and 3 days. I am running and raising much needed funds the Fire Fighters Charity who do an amazing job supporting current and retired firefighters as well as their families. This will be the furthest I have ever attempted to run and any support no matter how big or small will help me cross that finish line. The training will be long and no doubt painful at times but to support such a great cause will be worth every mile of training and suffering.

The Fire Fighters Charity provide specialist lifelong support for members of the UKs fire services community, empowering individuals to achieve mental, physical and social wellbeing throughout their lives.