Our Story
It all began with one dog, a Couch to 5K plan, and a coastal trail on the Isle of Wight just minutes from my front door.
I didn’t start running young or fast, lacing up my trainers for the first time in my late 30s. Spike, my wonderful Vizsla, had come into my life and our local trail walk was a short coastal route from home.
At first, we began running as a way to clear my head and work out his zoomies. Over time our local trot turned into longer off-road adventures as we both got fitter (and mildly obsessed). Then Milo, a rescue Vizsla-cross, joined our pack and our runs.
Over time, trail running became more than just exercise, it also gave me a sense of freedom and challenge without pressure. More recently, having a go at trail running events has shown me there is an amazing welcoming community that doesn’t care how fast you go – only that you keep going.
Spike ran with me for 15 years – you can watch us on our favourite Headon Warren trail below. I still love running down trails but prefer walking back up them, chasing the dog, chasing views, and occasionally chasing a finish line.
Today it’s just me and Milo, the same local hills (now well-trodden), but with many adventures done and even more ahead.