Bird & Bird are fundraising to support adults and children in London and the south east to a life beyond crisis.

We will be taking on the Royal Parks Half Marathon on the 13th of October. This stunning central London half marathon route takes in some of the capital's world-famous landmarks within four of London's eight Royal Parks - Hyde Park, The Green Park, St James's Park and Kensington Gardens. Our runners taking on this challenge are Laura Gray, Intisar Abdi and Andrew Cox.

Hestia is a charity that supports adults and children in London and the south east during times of crisis, including people who have experienced domestic abuse and modern slavery, people struggling with their mental health, older people and ex-offenders.

Last year Hestia supported more than 19,000 adults and children.

Hestia's services are wide-ranging, and help to address people's emotional and practical needs, whether that's by providing them with a home, offering them support in the community, or working with them to access education or work opportunities. Hestia is also supported by nearly 1,000 volunteers across London who provide specialist skills such as art therapy, yoga, IT, gardening, and cooking.

Please support us in achieving our target, and help the thousands of women and children supported by Hestia to a life beyond crisis.

Bird and Bird