In a couple of weeks from now I will be in my own little world of lycra and pain; I’m taking part in the London Marathon 2009!

I'm raising money for the Gareth Butler History Trust which enables students from lower economic backgrounds to go on history trips to the battlefields in Northern France. I was priviledged to have met Gareth before his sudden death in 2008. I'm really inspired by the Trust's drive to bring Gareth's interest in history alive for these students.

I've wanted to take part in the London Marathon for a few years now, and swore to myself I'd run it one day ... et voila. I still see it as a massive personal challenge, and imagine i'll be stumbling over the finish line……!

A donation no matter how small would be greatly appreciated by both myself and the GBHT! I have set up a charity website, which is detailed below. Or you can donate to me in person.

www.justgiving.com/clairenewman26april (read less)

In a couple of weeks from now I will be in my own little world of lycra and pain; I’m taking part in the London Marathon 2009!

I'm raising money for the Gareth Butler History Trust which enables students from lower economic backgrounds to go on history trips to the battlefields in Northern France. I was priviledged to have met Gareth before his sudden death in 2008. I'm really inspired by the Trust's drive to bring Gareth's interest in history alive for these students.

I've wanted to take... (read more)