Anyone that knows me well, knows that I am NOT a runner!

Well… I’d better get training! In an impulsive moment of pure madness I have decided to give myself my hardest test of fitness and mental resilience to date, and run Reading Half Marathon in March 2025, in order to raise funds for 2 causes I feel very passionate about.

The first cause is Cancer Research UK. 1 in 2 people are affected by Cancer at some point in their lives. Having lost family and one of my closest friends to this terrible disease, I don’t think any further explanation is needed as to why this is an important cause.

The second cause is Drumming For Wellbeing (part of Berkshire Wellness Circle). Drumming For Wellbeing is a local not-for-profit CIC (community interest company) based in Reading that runs drum circles to help improve mental health, reduce anxiety, and create a sense of community for those who feel like they don’t have one.

It would mean a great deal to me, and to both of these wonderful causes, if you would support my Half Marathon Running challenge for 2025.

All money raised will be divided between Cancer Research UK and Berkshire Wellness Circle.