Hello Friend

My name is Sarah and I am looking for your support (once again). I am now into my countdown weeks towards one of my biggest running challenges to date. I am taking on the iconic DARTMOOR DISCOVERY ULTRA MARATHON (The DD) which is on June 6th 2026.

This event is hosted by the Teignbridge Trotters; a Newton Abbot based running club. The DD, now in its 39th year hails to be the longest single loop road race in the UK. that starts and ends at Princetown, the highest village on Dartmoor. The route will guide runners through quaint moorland villages, up never to be forgotten hills and alongside the majestic moorland. It says 32+ in the ‘blurb! but I know it to be a little short of 33 miles! so I have set this number as my goal. Oh, this year also marks my 60th Birthday, so to do something 'memorable' seemed a good idea back in November when I signed up!

“You are nuts Sarah !” is a phrase I have got use to since 2022 which is when the running bug really took a hold of me. My reply is often along these lines “ well yes!.... But if being 'Nuts’ means that I can get to do something that help others, whilst giving myself a massive boost of ‘Self-help and love , then I’m happy to be NUTS! ...”

10x3+3=33. has become my 'Dartmoor Discovery equation'.

I am also taking this opportunity to raise cash and awareness for 3 local community causes. So, my millage count down will be this :

“10 miles in the bag for Teignmouth’s Alice Cross Centre…….. “I’m feeling strong 20 miles along for the fun-filled ’ Goodrington Memory café” …. “30 miles I have smashed it "Volunteering in Health ”. that just leaves a tidy 3 ... “JUST FOR ME and =33!

I have seen first hand the work, and positive impact these 3 causes have on all who are involed, as the giving and receiving of "little acts of kindness will always deliver". Thank-you for getting behind my effort, and I know that your donation today will help me to find that extra strength and strides on Saturday June 6th. I will be going for my personal gold on June 6th , but these places function with individual, who are quietly but with love and much practical action, providing golden moments for individuals on a daily basis, and which in turn has a positive impacts our communities too.

With love and gratitude for your support, sharing and caring.

Sarah Blanchard