A husband and wife team from Torrox are running in this year’s London Marathon.

Amanda and Phil Stockton have been busy training in order to raise as much money as possible for children’s charity, Barnados.

It all began when Amanda hit 40 and felt that apart from her career and family she had not achieved much. After watching last years race on TV she decided to enter for 2010.

Phil, who has ran seven marathons in the past, felt he had one more left in him.

Training for the London Marathon has continued throughout the winter. Undeterred by the bad weather they are now nearing the end, with only a few weeks remaining.

Amanda would like to thank all of her chiropodist patients for their support and donations.

The pair is now organising a charity music gig at El Ancla, Torrox Costa, on 17th April at 8pm. Local band Not to Fall is playing and there is a free buffet. Please make a donation on the door. There will also be a great raffle with prizes donated by local businesses including golf lessons, one night at a b and b, and a sailing experience.

If anyone wants to donate a service or gift voucher for the raffle, contact Amanda on 636 866 715.