Thanks for taking the time to read my story about why I am running the London Marathon.

This year, on 23rd April 2023, I will be running the London marathon to raise funds for the charity Guide Dogs. Guide Dogs is a charity that provides guide and buddy dog services,  mobility training, education support and sighted guides to people living with sight loss allowing them to live more independently.

Guide Dogs is a charity close to my family’s heart; a charity I grew up with. My Mum supported them monthly for 30+ years and always made sure to talk to any volunteers when she saw them, something I have memories of dating back to from when I was a child. 

I want to run for Guide Dogs because my Mum is no longer here, she passed away in September 2022 after a short battle with pancreatic cancer. Before she died she made sure that my brothers and I promise to continue to support Guide Dogs and other charities that were close to her heart, something that we have all done. I know she would be beaming with pride and happiness if I told her I was running for Guide Dogs, and that’s something pretty special. 

Love you Mum x