Michelle Loader is raising money for ellenor and Pussycat Lodge
Hello everyone. As many of you may be aware, I am trying to complete the Abbott World Majors, the original 6 stars. This year I am aiming to run the New York Marathon on 1st November 2026 to complete the 4th Star.
I have chosen to raise money for two charities - The Ellenor Hospice, who helped look after my mum when she was diagnosed with Myeloma cancer and supported us before she passed away are the first charity. They are a charity based in NW Kent who specialise in palliative care for adults and children and were excellent during my Mum’s short illness.
It’s been 3 years since I lost my Mum, and she is always with me when I run my marathons, and I know she would have been cheering me on.
The second is Pussycat Lodge, a volunteer-led rescue charity that has been helping vulnerable cats across Essex and East London for more than 25 years. After having to leave its long standing home, the charity is now raising funds through its Next Chapter appeal to create a secure, purpose built new base so it can continue rescuing, caring for and rehoming cats for many years to come. 4 of our cats were adopted from there and as I said, my Mum loved our cats and often went to their open days.
Pussycat Lodge: The Next Chapter
My cats have always been a source of comfort to me and lift my spirits and are always there for unconditional love and cuddles. My Mum loved having a cuddle with the cats when she was visiting and in fact had several cats of her own before moving in to sheltered accommodation.
I would be so grateful if you could help me reach my target no matter how big or small the donation as every little helps! I have added links to the 2 charities below so you can read all about their work.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story and I will update my training story over the coming months.
Thank you for checking out my page. Making a donation is fast, easy and secure thanks to Give as you Live Donate. They'll take your donation and pass it onto ellenor and Pussycat Lodge.
On Saturday I headed up to London, and ran from Liverpool Street stn to Hyde Park, overall all completed 11 miles. The last 3 miles, I joined up with Esmee who was completing the Nations 5km challenge. Been so nice to mix up the runs this training block and run in different places.
18 miles done, my longest run to date. Back to Richmond Park. A little warmer than I would have liked. But overall when I look back to January and not being able to run I am grateful to be back running and feeling much stronger.
3 hr training run done at Richmond Park. Love this place for training but forgot how steep the hills are. All good practice. Mr L my biggest supporter came along for a bike ride.
Today i ran the Basildon Half as a training run. Finished in 2hrs 24mins so on target. Very hot and humid. A few sneaky hills especially at mile 10 before finishing on the running track. Less than 50 days to now.
Charity number: 1121561
Charity number: 1209280
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Good luck Michelle, I hope you're able to enjoy your time in NYC after the run. I am sure your mother would be very proud. xx
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Well done Michelle - you are an inspiration x
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Best of luck Michelle x
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Well done Michelle, I hope you enjoy the run.
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Good Luck Michelle xx
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Good luck Michelle! 🐾
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Good luck, Michelle! Two amazing charities and a lovely new medal to add to your ever-growing collection. You’ll absolutely smash it!
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Michelle, you are amazing! Wishing you lots of luck for this next run. I gave up on running after a half so no idea where you find the strength!
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