Hi, I’m Tom. Bit about me I’m a Firefighter in Essex. I love my job and helping people. I love doing charity work. I’ve achieved various challenges over the years. Challenges like the Three Peaks, London Marathon, London half marathons, sponsored swims and more….

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I’ve done other challenges over the years but I want to be able to raise the bar and set myself a bigger challenge. Not only will I be running the London Landmarks half Marathon but also taking part in the London Marathon.

I will complete the 13.1 miles and the 26.2 miles wearing my full Fire PPE as-well as carrying a BA set on my back!

I want others to know they have this strength within them too. I also want others to know you don’t need to do this alone.

Thank you for your help.