THE British Forces Foundation’s team of intrepid runners all completed the 2008 London Marathon – and one man's heroics even found their way into the Guinness Book of Records.

The competitors were Stella Burton, Wayne Corbishley-Forbes, Allan Cox, Christopher John, Philip Major, Emma Marshall, Lesley Mercer, Roger Merry, Myles Morson and Ashley Morton-Hunte.

They all stayed the course with finishing times ranging from 4hr 02m for Christopher John through to just under the five and three-quarter hour mark.

However, it was Myles Morson who completed two feats in one, when he was recognised as running the world's fastest ever marathon in full military uniform.

Each of the runners pledged to raise £1,250 for The British Forces Foundation, and the Charity is extremely grateful and very proud of all their efforts.

DO you have what it takes to tackle the challenge of the Flora London Marathon? Have you got the determination to complete the 26.2 miles of the most famous race in the world?

If you're up for it then why pull on a BFF vest at the starting line in April 2009. The charity is entering a team among the 30,000 plus runners.

We're not necessarily looking for the fastest but certainly the most committed. Not only must our runners be prepared for the physical feat there's also the sponsorship challenge too.

The BFF hopes that every member of its team will pledge to raise a minimum of £1,250 for the charity. The task is not for the faint-hearted but for those determined to succeed please visit the website address below.

If you want to apply to be a British Forces Foundation marathon runner go to www.crunch.org.uk/bff. When you register your interest you must indicate that you've come through the British Forces Foundation. Please also email us at sally@bff.org.uk to inform us of your application.

Myles Morson