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Total raised so far

112%

£790.00 of £700 target +£131.25 Gift Aid See breakdown

My Incentive

Paula Edwards is raising money for Brooke Action For Working Horses And Donkeys and The Worshipful Company Of Farriers Charitable Trust 1994


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My story

Dear friends
I'm running the London Landmarks Half Marathon on Sunday, 12 April 2026!
I've taken on this challenge to raise funds for two charities that are close to my heart:
Brooke – an incredible organisation dedicated to improving the welfare of working horses, donkeys and mules in some of the world’s poorest communities. They provide essential education, training and resources where veterinary care and equine knowledge are often limited.
The Worshipful Company of Farriers Charitable Trust (1994) – a charity that supports the farriery profession, providing grants, training opportunities, and promoting high standards in the care of equine hooves and welfare.

Your support will help motivate me through the miles and I couldn't do it without you.

Thank you so much for any donation you can give.


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My updates

Dear friends and supporters,
An update following the London Landmarks Half Marathon yesterday, I did it!
It was an incredible day, and despite two months without proper training due to holiday and injury, I’m beyond delighted with my time. I ran much further, and stronger, than I ever thought possible. Around miles 10 and 11, it became a real mental challenge, and I found myself pushing on with the thought of not letting any of you down. You may not have been there in person, but your support and encouragement carried me every step of the way.

Today, I feel far better than expected, no pains, and still very much riding the high.

For anyone who was waiting until after the run to donate, there’s still time to support the cause.  Your contributions are hugely appreciated.
From me, and from the donkeys, mules, and horses who will benefit from your generosity, along with The Worshipful Company of Farriers charity, thank you all so much. Your support truly makes a difference.

The photo below is of me, still smiling, alongside my son Benjamin, who also ran in support of Brooke and The Worshipful Company of Farriers charity.
With heartfelt thanks,

Image uploaded with update

Dear supporters, Neil too.  Training is not going entirely to plan as five weeks visiting New Zealand and the Antarctic has thrown a bit of a spanner into the works, but, you need to know that I shall complete this half marathon because you are supporting me.  Whatever happens I shall be crossing that finish line.  Now then, time for a training run.

Due entirely to your great support I have now started my, very slow, training and am on week 2 of a 20 week training programme.  I will not be issuing lots of updates but just wanted you to know that I have started.  Your support has been humbling and hearing  from friends that I have not seen for many years is uplifting.  A big thank you for getting me started.  x

My 2 charities

Brooke Action For Working Horses And Donkeys

Charity number: 1085760

The Worshipful Company Of Farriers Charitable Trust 1994

Charity number: 1044726

Event

London Landmarks Half Marathon 2026

12th April 2026

Recent donations

By 18 supporters

Manuela O'Hanlon

£50.00

You're amazing!

Elizabeth Schmid

£20.00

Lucy

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Good on ya Paula xx

Mandy

£30.00

+ £7.50 Gift Aid

Good luck Paula

Neil R.

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

Now look. I really hate to be a pessimist but has our Paula put in the time? Has our Paula put in the training? The effort? There's probably been tears, inevitably buckets of sweat, but has there been blood? Will our Paula be finishing the half marathon being pushed over the line in a wheelbarrow? Is this just an excuse to quietly scoff chocolate digestives and bakewell tarts without any guilt? I suppose we shall just have to hope and pray that she will indeed make us proud ...

Anonymous

£25.00

Well done Paula. Amazing challenge for a good cause.

Ronnie

£30.00

+ £7.50 Gift Aid

Go Paula! We’ll be there cheering you on! 🥳

John Edwards

£100.00

+ £25.00 Gift Aid

Paula was a good runner, and prompted by her love of horses this charity has inspired her to run her fourth half-marathon. I'm as proud of her as ever after 31 years.

Tracy Weatherilt

£25.00

+ £6.25 Gift Aid

Good Luck! I know you will smash this.

Anonymous

£50.00

Keep at the training and you'll feel such a sense of achievement at the end of the half marathon. x

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