SIR – We would like to invite your brave Worcester News readers to run the Virgin London Marathon 2013 for Meningitis UK.

We have a number of guaranteed places (golden bond) for the 26-mile challenge on April 21.

Everyone who runs for us will be part of the Meningitis Musketeers team, with the motto All 4 One and One 4 All to highlight the devastating fact that meningitis can kill in under four hours and the importance of our Search 4 A Vaccine Campaign.

Full support will be given and everyone who participates will receive a free running vest or T-shirt and a handy information pack including hints and tips on how to prepare.

Our Search 4 A Vaccine Campaign aims to raise £7 million to fund lifesaving research into stamping out all forms of meningitis.

In the absence of a vaccine, we also distribute a wide range of material to raise awareness of the common symptoms and the need to act quickly, which can mean the difference between life and death.

If you would like to take part and help us achieve our vision, contact Emma King on 0117 3033345 for an application pack. We look forward to hearing from you.

EMMA KING

Events fund-raiser, Meningitis UK