My Story

As many of you know, I am not a runner. I'm not built to run. And just a few months ago, the only time I'd run was for last orders at the bar. Yet here I am, declaring I am going to run 51 miles across the month of May!

Why 51 miles? And why are you doing this, you crazy fool? Two questions that I'm sure are crossing your minds. Well, one of the nearest lifeboat stations to Basingstoke is Littlehampton on the South Coast which, as you may have guessed, is 51 miles away. And I'm embracing this challenge to help raise money for the RNLI, as part of their May Day Mile campaign. 

150 people drown in UK and Irish waters every year. And this summer, thousands of people will get into danger by the water. Ordinary people enjoying days out with family or friends. It happens so easily, and it could happen so easily to one of us or to someone we love.

The RNLI are determined to be there when they're needed most. Usually, RNLI lifesavers answer mayday calls and go to rescue others. But, this May, it's them who are asking for OUR help. So I'm answering the call by taking part in the Mayday Mile to help make sure these brave lifesavers have the kit and training they need to save lives and keep families safe this summer.

One of the Littlehampton RNLI Branch members is taking on this challenge with me so between us, we're aiming to run 102 miles throughout May (that's almost 4 marathons!) We're planning on doing our final mile together on Sunday 29th May, starting and ending at Littlehampton Lifeboat Station. 

Hopefully by now I'll have convinced you that this ridiculous idea of mine, the biggest challenge I've probably ever faced, is most definitely worthy of you clicking the 'Donate' button below and helping us raise money for this wonderful charity. Thank you!