Throughout December, I’ll be taking on the 496 challenge to raise money for vulnerable children across the UK who need our help.

What does it involve? I’ll be attempting to run 1km on 1st December, 2km on 2nd December, 3km on 3rd and so on until I hit 31km on 31st December. Over 31 days, I’ll cover a total of 496km. The first couple of weeks will be ok but by the time I hit 20th December, those last 12 days are going to feel tough as I get those long wintery miles in while family and friends tuck into their mince pies!

It will be worth every step if together we can help vulnerable children feel the magic of Christmas. In the UK, 4.3 million children now live in poverty, it’s the highest number ever recorded. No stockings. No presents. No festive food. We can help change that.

By becoming a Secret Santa and supporting Action for Children, you could help give the essentials of warm clothes, a hot meal, books and toys to help a child learn or a special Christmas present. Please donate if you can, every penny makes a difference.