Hi everyone on the 16th March 2025 I am running the Bath half Marathon in aid of the Moorfields eye Charity .This is quite a huge challenge for me as I haven’t ran for a while

I have had the pleasure of knowing this courageous young man and family for 5 years at Nursery and Primary school. He’s a true super hero nothing fazes him he ceases to amaze everyone! If you have a few minutes to read more about why I am running for this charity and see why is charity is so important. Any contributions big or small would be appreciated.

Toby's Story:

Toby was born with Axenfeld-Rieger syndrome (a group of disorders that mainly affects the development of the eye, particularly the structure of the cornea and iris.) which in turn, caused him to have glaucoma.

Toby is now 10 years old and has undergone 27 operations under general anaesthetic at Moorfields Eye Hospital. He has lost vision in his right eye and has only 20-30% vision in his left eye.

Toby’s mum Jess said:

“The staff at Moorfields have got to know Toby very well over the years and take time to make him as comfortable as possible, especially the incredible play specialists who make the trips there much more enjoyable.

Mr Brookes, Toby’s doctor is our hero. He is always there for Toby in his calm and caring way - he performs the most amazing procedures. His team, the doctors, nurses are all outstanding in their care.

Despite all the challenges he has faced, Toby is so positive about everything. He’s taught me a lot, he’s incredibly strong, my superhero, and I could not be more proud of him.”

Please donate what you can

To show my support for Toby, I’m taking on the Bath Half. It’s tough training for me, and involves weeks of running in cold winter temperatures. Please give what you can so we can give back to the hospital who has provided such outstanding care for Toby.