In January this year, we sadly and unexpectedly lost my mum, Patricia Kirton, to sepsis. We have both taken on the challenge of running the Cardiff Half Marathon in her memory to raise funds for the UK Sepsis Trust to try and prevent other families having to lose someone they love in this cruel way.

Mum was always my biggest supporter and we shall miss her at the finish line but know she will be with us in spirit as we make our way around the course!

By fundraising for the UK Sepsis Trust we are hoping to awareness, and spark the question: What is sepsis? In this way, fundraising can help prevent thousands of deaths & unnecessary suffering through knowledge & awareness of the symptoms.

It also funds their vital support work, Public Awareness, Educating Health Professionals & helping people adjust to life after sepsis.