Teen running fanatic to cover equivalent distance of the whole county for Northampton charity

A teenager who loves running has taken on a lengthy challenge to help raise money for a local charity.

Thea, whose mum Sabrina Oakey has worked with Baby Basics since it started seven years ago, wanted to help out the charity during these difficult times.

As Baby Basics helps mums with baby essentials across the whole of Northamptonshire, Thea set herself a challenge to run 56 miles, which is the equivalent of the county as the crow flies.

The 13-year-old has run nearly every morning of the six-week school holiday, come rain or shine, and has already clocked up 45 miles, leaving just 11 to go before returning to school next week.

Sabrina said: “Thea’s passion is running, she runs for Northampton athletics club and competes for the county but since Covid-19 training and competitions have been really restricted.

“Baby Basics has been challenging their volunteers and staff to raise money and awareness over the summer break and Thea jumped at the chance to support Baby basics doing what she does best.

"Nothing stops her, no matter the weather she is up early and out running.

“The support we have received from the donations has been fantastic and has really motivated her.”

Thea added: "I enjoy running so much and it makes me happy.

“I see how much Baby Basics helps babies and new mums from my mum's work, so I wanted to help."

To support Thea and donate, visit her GoFundMe page.

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