SIR – I would like to thank the 145 runners from across the UK, who ran for The Children’s Trust in this year’s Virgin Money London Marathon in April and have so far helped raise over £265,000!

In particular, I would like to thank our celebrity runners – television and radio presenter Jenni Falconer (pictured), celebrity milliner Louis Mariette and Britain’s Got Talent impressionist Philip Green.

The Children’s Trust, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, is the UK’s leading charity for children with brain injury. The money raised from the marathon will help to enhance the lives of these children.

Applications are now open to join The Children’s Trust London Marathon 2015 team. So if you've always wanted to tick it off your bucket list, apply now. If you fancy a change from London next April, we also have places in the Paris and Brighton Marathons. For further information on all the runs and to register, visit thechildrenstrust.org.uk/run.

Bryony Eida, major sports events manager, The Children’s Trust