A BBC Berkshire presenter is set to take part in one of the biggest half marathons in the world in aid of charity this week.
Kirsten O’Brien, mid-morning host on BBC Berkshire radio and former CBBC host is joining around 60,000 expected participants in the Great North Run on Sunday, September 7.
Her donation page has already reached nearly £3,000 in donations.
The event, originated by Olympic bronze medallist Brendan Foster, raises funds in aid of Teesside Hospice.
Ms O’Brien said: “The Great North Run–gulp– why now?
“Well I worked out that on the 2nd of June this year I would have lived longer than my brilliant Mum did.
“52 is no age at all, and as we all know cancer sucks–I wanted to use swearier words here but best not.”
She explained: “It’s a day I’ve been dreading but also a day that I wanted to make count and try and turn into a positive of being lucky enough to be here to see the sun shine, my kids run around like loons, and life in all its glory go on around me.
“That’s why I’ve decided to do something to challenge myself, celebrate how amazing my Mum was and raise money towards the incredible work that Teesside Hospice do daily.
“I’m hoping you can spare a few pounds to keep me motivated through my training and across the finish line with my eternal thanks.”
Kirsten O’Brien hosts on BBC Radio Berkshire from 10am-2pm.
Her donations page is available via: ajbellgreatnorthrun2024.enthuse.com
The Great North Run takes place between Newcastle upon Tyne and South Shields on Sunday, September 7.
Full details available via: greatrun.org/events/great-north-run
