Update: Well, I did the run.  It took me a little under 2 hours, which I was not displeased with given that I spent the first quarter of an hour trying to get away from the throng of Big Birds and Noddys.  I did not walk or rest at any point and I can honestly say that at no time during the run did I experience anything which could be construed as approaching 'fun'.

Cheers for the support to all those of you who were there and thanks for sponsoring me.

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Manley got a little drunk, poked fun at Rudi's running and made a drunken promise to run a half marathon, namely The Great West Run.  It seemed like a good idea at the time, but wasn't.  I am aware that some people enjoy running, but I am not one of them.  It's just painful, dull and unpleasant.

I thought that, since I am putting myself through this, I might as well do something with the effort, and I am a fervent supporter of the RNLI, especially after they dragged James out of the sea for us, so:

Thank you for visiting my fundraising page. Please dig deep and sponsor me online.

Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to sponsor me: RNLI - Royal National Lifeboat Institution will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you.

So please sponsor me now!

Many thanks for your support.

Manley