In 1930, my great-grandparents were both Salvation Army officers in Darwen, Lancashire. They had three young children, including my Grandpa, Granville Camsey, and worked 15-hour days in a local woolen mill. Despite their hard work, food was often scarce. The Salvation Army stepped in and helped them during those tough times, making a huge difference to their lives.

Fast forward to today. My dad ran the London Marathon in 1996, and I ran the Abu Dhabi Marathon in 2023. We thought it would be amazing to run the London Marathon together, not only in memory of my grandpa but also to raise funds for the Salvation Army, a cause that means so much to our family.

The Salvation Army does incredible work, providing shelter, food, and support to people in need all over the world. Their mission is close to our hearts, given the help they provided to our family all those years ago.

We’re really excited to take on this challenge together and would love your support. Every donation, big or small, will help the Salvation Army continue their vital work. Thank you for being a part of our journey and helping us make a difference.

Bring on April 2025!