A COMMITTED Bridgwater runner is gearing-up for the monumental task of competing in the Paris Marathon.
Dedicated runner Helen Philpott has been training since Christmas for the event next Sunday, April 6, and is fully prepared after running three half-marathons in Bath, West Sussex and Sherborne.
So far, Helen has raised over £1,400 for the Dunkery Ward at Musgrove Park Hospital, where she works as a nurse.
She said: “I am really looking forward to the Paris Marathon. Last year, I ran the London Marathon and I have already applied to take part in November’s New York Marathon but that is based on whether I’m selected via a ballot.
“The Paris Marathon is one of the biggest marathons in the world and my ambition is to run all the major events.
“The fundraising efforts have been going very well but we are hoping to raise more money before Saturday.”
If anyone would like to show their support for Helen’s run, the Fountain Inn on West Quay, where she is a regular, has made a collection available.
The Fountain is also holding a charity quiz night on April 10, in aid of the children’s charity Brainwave.
The event starts at 8pm and entrance is £1 per competitor. All proceeds will go towards the charity.
2:25pm Wednesday 2nd April 2008
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