Partially sighted St Annes father's London Marathon challenge

A father-of-two who has been partially sighted since birth is taking on the London Marathon, to support a charity close to his heart.
Rebecca Liddell, principle of  Rarity School of Dance and Drama, with Lee Good and his daughters Olivia and MillieRebecca Liddell, principle of  Rarity School of Dance and Drama, with Lee Good and his daughters Olivia and Millie
Rebecca Liddell, principle of Rarity School of Dance and Drama, with Lee Good and his daughters Olivia and Millie

Lee Good is raising funds for VICTA, which supports children and young people who are blind or partially-sighted.

The 39-year-old, from St Annes, has been preparing for the 26.2 mile challenge – his first marathon – since November.

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And while a collision with a bench during a run resulted in a trip to A&E and two nasty gashes on one of his shins, The Gazette’s determined media sales consultant is on track with his gruelling training programme.

Sean Peters, from Haboth Lettings in St Annes, with Lee GoodSean Peters, from Haboth Lettings in St Annes, with Lee Good
Sean Peters, from Haboth Lettings in St Annes, with Lee Good

Lee said: “On April 22 I will be running the London Marathon for the first time.

“I will be raising money for a great charity called VICTA.

“This charity is especially close to my heart, as I have been partially sighted since birth.

“Although I have managed to lead a fairly normal life, this sort of help was not readily available when I was growing up.

Helen Rae, Lee Good and Mark Rae from Mark Rae FuneralsHelen Rae, Lee Good and Mark Rae from Mark Rae Funerals
Helen Rae, Lee Good and Mark Rae from Mark Rae Funerals
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“It proved really difficult for my parents to get the support and guidance needed for someone with my condition.

“I was diagnosed with a rare form of cataracts and underwent numerous bouts of surgery as a child.

“My condition is stable now, but the major effect on me is being unable to drive.

“I have been running for five years, but this will be my first marathon.

Lee Good is training for the London Marathon to raise cash  for VICTA, which supports children and young people who are partially-sightedLee Good is training for the London Marathon to raise cash  for VICTA, which supports children and young people who are partially-sighted
Lee Good is training for the London Marathon to raise cash for VICTA, which supports children and young people who are partially-sighted
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“It’s even more significant as I turn 40 this month, so it’s now or never!”

Lee is hoping to raise at least £2,000 and is asking for support from business sponsors.

Mark Rae Funerals in St Annes and local online lettings company Haboth Lettings have already signed up as sponsors.

And St Annes-based Rarity School of Dance and Drama, which Lee’s daughters Olivia and Millie attend, is also a business sponsor.

Sean Peters, from Haboth Lettings in St Annes, with Lee GoodSean Peters, from Haboth Lettings in St Annes, with Lee Good
Sean Peters, from Haboth Lettings in St Annes, with Lee Good
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Rebecca Liddell, principle of the school, said: “It’s great that we can support one of our dads in his London Marathon quest, and we feel proud to be able to support such a worthwhile charity.”

VICTA was founded in 1987 by a group of parents of blind and partially-sighted children who found they could help each other.

Lee added: “The charity offers support and guidance to families on all aspects of life from schooling, equipment advice and guidance on disability benefits .

“They provide some fantastic life experiences, such as activity weekends, sports camps, and holidays.

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“I would like to reach out to any local businesses that may want to come on board as a business sponsor to help me raise as much money as possible for this amazing charity.”