She has been the county’s senior coroner for almost a decade. 

So, it is fair to say that Jacqueline Lake has lots of experience supporting the bereaved.

From investigating deaths to meeting people from all walks of life, it is a job that has had a profound impact.

Now Mrs Lake, wants to help give back to organisations helping those that death impacts.

She said: "As part of my role as Norfolk coroner, I have heard about the positive impact that Nelson’s Journey has had on children and young people, following a bereavement.   

"It can be difficult and painful to lose someone we love, and it must be even more so for a child or young person.   

"Nelson’s Journey clearly plays an important part in trying to make this loss a little more bearable." 

Eastern Daily Press: Jacqueline Lake as Norfolk's senior coroner - Picture: NewsquestJacqueline Lake as Norfolk's senior coroner - Picture: Newsquest (Image: Archant Norfolk)

This year, the charity is celebrating its 25th birthday and is asking people to take part in its fundraiser, Challenge 25. Mrs Lake will be running 25 miles four times, completing a total of 100 miles. 

"I am planning on running, walking, even crawling - whatever it takes - the Saxon 100 Mile Endurance Run," she added.   

"I have never attempted such a distance before, my longest being 60 miles, so this will be a massive challenge for me." 

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Previously she has admitted that her role as coroner means it can be hard unwinding at the end of the day after hearing so many sad cases. 

But running is a "passion" she has undertaken for many years, including completing marathons. 

She added: "Please help me in completing this personal mega-challenge by showing your support for such a worthwhile cause and raising money for children who have been bereaved of a special person in their life." 

Mrs Lake will be doing the challenge on May 20 and 21 at Herne Bay, Kent.