UPDATE - Done it! Many thanks to all of you you donated - it's much appreciated.
I finished in 4:40mins - a fantastic experience, great crowd and atmosphere.
As I turn 50 this year, it seemed a good idea at the time to run my first marathon, and rise some money for an international charity that does great work.
WaterAid is an international non governmental organisation focused exclusively on improving poor people’s access to safe water, improved hygiene and sanitation. WaterAid works in Africa, Asia and the Pacific region and campaigns globally to realise a vision of a world where everyone has access to these basic human needs.
Please help me to work towards a world where everyone can have access to clean, safe water.
Giving is simple, fast and totally secure. Your details are safe with JustGiving – they’ll never sell them on or send unwanted emails. Once you donate, they’ll send your money directly to the charity and make sure Gift Aid is reclaimed on every eligible donation by a UK taxpayer. So it’s the most efficient way to donate - I raise more, whilst saving time and cutting costs for the charity.
So please dig deep and donate now