Race to Silverstone

I have a passion for running, I have done many events and when I can, try to raise money for charities that mean something to me or my friends. In August 2012, the father of a good friend of mine was diagnosed with Guillan Barré syndrome which was not something I had come across before, even during my work as a Sonographer within the NHS. After finding out about Neil’s dad, I wanted to help and with running being the thing I do best, I asked Neil about GAIN and then signed up for the Silverstone half marathon. On the 2nd March I set off from sunny Kent to Northampton to the Silverstone race track! By the time I arrived the sunshine was long gone, it was overcast and windy with fine rain. I set off around the course for 3 laps and completed the half marathon in 2hours and 15 seconds; not a personal best but I was pleased as the wind was strong (it took away my lucky hat which I have worn in all races!)