We are taking part in the TCS London Marathon as part of #TeamStroke
At the beginning of 2020 Liana’s father, Jerry, suffered a catastrophic stroke whilst he was living in Hong Kong which sadly left him grossly incapacitated. Unfortunately, in the first year after his stroke, Jerry’s family and many of his friends were unable to visit him owing to Covid-19 travel restrictions which subsequently made a huge impact on his recovery. Sadly, over a four and a half year period his condition progressively worsened and he eventually lost all of his motor function and speech. In July 2024 Jerry sadly passed away. Shortly before his death, Liana and her siblings made strides to try and relocate Jerry to the U.K. so they could be closer to him. Stroke Association played a pivotal role at this time offering an enormous amount of guidance and support. Liana would like to show her gratitude for their support by raising funds for the Stroke Association by running the London Marathon. It is also her aim to increase awareness around strokes as the physical/mental damage and heartbreak that sadly can be bi-products of a stroke are largely preventable providing the signs and symptoms of a stroke are caught quickly.
Jerry is hugely missed by Liana, her family and all his friends and she hopes that completing the London Marathon will be a way of honouring him and the happy memories shared by everyone who knew him.
Stroke can strike in an instant, but its impact can last a lifetime - a constant reminder of how devastating this condition can be, not just for individuals, but for entire families. Two of Katherine’s grandparents also suffered life-changing side effects following strokes, so that’s why we have both committed to raising money for Stroke Association, a charity that provides vital support to stroke survivors and their loved ones, funds groundbreaking research, and works tirelessly to raise awareness. Every donation, no matter the size, helps offer hope, care, and the possibility of a better future for thousands affected by stroke. Please consider supporting this cause close to our hearts. Thank you! Liana and Katherine x
We joined #TeamStroke for the TCS London Marathon 2026.
About Stoke Association
There are over 1.4 million stroke survivors in the UK, with 100,000 strokes happening in the UK each year. That's one stroke every five minutes.
We're here to support people to rebuild their lives after a stroke. We believe everyone deserves to live the best life they can after a stroke, so we work with the stroke community to make sure people affected by stroke get the very best care and support. We rely on your support to provide vital services, campaign for better stroke care and fund research into preventative and rehabilitative treatments.
Thank you to our Sponsors
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Natalie Anstiss
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Janice Hawkins
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Steve Blake
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Liv
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Frances Wood
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Fcdo Colleagues
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Sophie Tholstrup
Congratulations!!!!🍾
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Alexis Gavriloff
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Anonymous
Hourrah for running 26 miles for charity
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Nicole Cromwell
Well done Liana on such a huge achievement. Your Dad was no doubt looking down on you. He would be proud. We all miss such a wonderful man. xxx
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Naomi Billington
You bloody smashed it! Whoop!! Well done xx
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Emma Archer-perkins
So proud of you both. What an unbelievable achievement! Legends xx
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Monica Mazzini-hughes
Go on Katherine!!! Unstoppable !!! Xx
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Beth And Mike
Well done!!! ❤️
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Jason Henchman
Go Lil! Dad would be so proud!
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Beers
Run Forest
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The Heaths
Go smash it Liana!!! Can’t wait to hear all about it - the good and bad!! You should be super, super proud of yourself. A total legend for stepping up to take it on. Can’t wait to pop a bottle with you in the near future to celebrate this amazing achievement! GOOD LUCK GORGEOUS GIRL! xxxx
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The Howard Girls
Go team go. Thank you for doing this and raising such a huge amount in memory of Jerry and all those families affecting strokes. Sending huge love from the Howards girls.
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Harry Catchpole
Run like you’re running from the law…. 😘
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The Mckay’s
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Anthony Dyer
Hopefully you’re enjoying the carb load now. The race day is all about the atmosphere and you’ve completed the hard work. We will be looking out for you and wishing you the best day. You’ll be amazing! Jane and Ant xx
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Caroline Kirrage
Best of luck Liana, your Dad would be so proud of you! ❤️ xx
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The Wilsons
Smash it girls!
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Tala, Alan & Ug
So very proud of you, such an incredible feat and you are going to be amazing! In your own words “keeeeeeep going” Love you boo! Tala, Alan and Ug 🩷👏🏼🥰😘
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Katherine And Chris Browne
Good luck for tomorrow!
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Samantha Tesfamariam
Good luck! You’ll smash it - soak in the atmosphere and enjoy the day! We’ll all be thinking of you x
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Lucy North
Massively big good luck for tomo lovely! Let the crowd carry you through! Think of a rewarding cream tea (cream first of course) during those tricky miles!! Well done you xx the Norths
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Rachel Garthwaite
What a fantastic achievement Liana - and an incredible tribute to your dad. Enjoy the run!
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The Sowdon Family!!
Good luck girls - you’ll smash it!!
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Jess Slow
Go girls, I know you’re going to crush it🙌
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Lucy, James, Emilia & Freddie
Good Luck!! So impressive I know I wouldn’t be able to do it xxx
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Neil Maclachlan
Well done and Good luck on Sunday
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Jo Gregson
Amazing! Enjoy Sunday x
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Hannah Yates
Enjoy it!! (If that’s possible 🤣) Great cause x
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Stephanie Taylor
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Jo Cochrane
Best of luck Liana! Hope you manage to enjoy the day - its a great atmosphere! X
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Lorraine Carlile
Go Liana. You've worked so hard, you got this!
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Edward And Sian Winter
You are all amazing!
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Lydia Wisner
Toenails grow back!! Go get it girls! So proud of you both. Loads of love xxxxx
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The Osbornes
Good luck guys, we’ll be rooting for you! The Osbornes xxx
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Lucy Pocock
Well done girls! We’ll be cheering you on from the sidelines with pride!
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Alana Sainsbury
Good luck Liana x
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Chris, Hugo & Isla Xxx
We are all so so proud of the way you have dedicated yourself to your training and how hard you have worked for this... now for the fun part! We can't wait to cheer for you both on Sunday! xxx
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Lizzie & Rory
Good luck ladies and a great cause.
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The Dobsons
The crowd, your enthusiasm and your whole purpose will carry you to the finish line with pride and determination. Soak up the atmosphere - it’s a very special thing. Well done on the relentless training, you are heroes - you’ve got this xxx
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The Cooksons
So proud of you Lil!! Good luck girls, you’ll smash it! Jen, Will, Max & Izzy xxx
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Beren Gazmararian
With love
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Angela And Peter Torry
Well done Katherine and Liana. Such an amazing achievement Mummy and Daddy
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Mark Roberts
Good luck Kat lots of love mark and michelle
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Staveleys
Good luck! well done on a great cause!! Hope it goes well x
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Cat, Jamie, Dylan, Sophia & River X
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Jess Waite
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Barbara Roberts
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Cheese & Pol
Godspeed ladies! 😘
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Andrew And Wendy Dixon
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Jane And Mark Humphreys
Good Luck Liana xx
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Lottie, Martha, Ollie And Matilda
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Naomi Billington
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Phil And Sarah
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Alessandra
What a great cause. Woot woot for every mile! xxx
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James And Susie Harraway
Good luck, Katherine! We will be cheering you on!
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Sander Owens
Good luck to you both! 🏃♀️🏃♀️
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Tink
What a great cause! Go girls! 💪
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Zoe Tritton
Go Lil!! Zx
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Chloe, Oli, Jack, Teddy And Alfie
Good Luck Liana! Xxx
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Francesca & Jacopo
Buona fortuna Liana! Lots of love from Italy xxx
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Ollie Davenport
Such an incredible achievement and I couldn’t be more proud! I will be cheering you along the way and will have a LARGE glass of rosé waiting for you on the finish line!! 🥂
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Sophie Taylor
Well done Kath and Liana - great cause and so sorry to you had to experience this with your Dad xx
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Nina Fitchett
Amazing Liana you can do it!!! Xx
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Lynn Ricardo
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Emily Gasche & Family
Go get it girls. Best of luck 💫
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Zeena Rogerson
Good luck Liana ! X
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Sarah
Good luck Liana! Your dad would be very proud xx
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Giles A-g
A great cause , well done ! best of luck from all the A-G’s
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Sam
Good Luck!
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Da Naylor Family
Good luck ladies - amazing and awesome. Kat we expect you to super style it in London Town please ! Stanadards darling 😬😆😘🏃♀️LoL!
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H*rriet
Run like the wind!
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Emma Black
Good luck! Lots of love xx
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Amanda
Good luck to you all especially Katherine. Love from Amanda
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Flora Rigg
Good luck you gorgeous little legend! Xx
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Beth Mckenzie
Amazing
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Annabel Fraser
You’ll smash it liana ❤️
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The Clarkes
Brilliant to do, well done and good luck xxx
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Hilary Monk
Go girls! Very proud of you x
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Henri Black
Best of luck , superb mission . Run run run . Lots of love and luck . Henri , Maya , Felix , Eliza and Scout.
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Jimbo
Amazing effort girlies!!! 🥇 🏃♀️
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Mawtus Family
We are cheering you all the way!! Love from the Mawtus family
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Anna & Eli
Wow! This is so amazing, hats off to both of you. Run like the wind!!! 🌟🌟🌟
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Gins Ford-young
What a cause! So proud of both of you for doing this 🙌💪❤️. All our love, Gins, Jez, Bella, Max and Maggie xxx
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Al Mitchell
Best of luck Kath and Barbs! I know you’ll smash it xxxxx
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Sophs & Rupert
GO GIRLS 🏃♀️🏃♀️🙌🏻
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Georgie Woods
Woof! You’ve got this x
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Mark Anderson
Good luck Liana!!
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Imogen Daly
Masses of luck girls! What an amazing cause. Big love from imo, Frank, Leo and Jack xxx
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The Ringels
In total awe! Good luck! Xxx
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Jen, Matt, Jesse, Sammy + Peanut X
Totally in awe, a wonderful tribute to Jerry and Katherine's grandparents. You've got this team! X
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Macmillan Family (annabel & Gregor)
Good luck to you both. With lots of love Macmillan Family
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The Grays
Best of luck !! So proud of you !!
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Anonymous
You've got this; you're awesome.
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Anonymous
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The Brett Gang
Go, go, go KB! We are so proud of you :) xx
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Adam B
This is very inspiring! Good luck/well done guys! Xx
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The Hunts
Huge luck to you both. Can’t wait til you’re back on the booze in April!! Love you xxxx
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Samantha Livingston
Go smash it!!!! Lots of love the Livingstons XXXX
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Sammy Squires
Great cause - enjoy the training - you will be brilliant and we will be cheering you on! Lots of love Sammy, Jamie, Otty, Willa and Lyra xxx
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Alexandra Piechoczek
AMAZING job ladies! Such a brilliant charity to run for. Cheering you on every step! 💙 💙 💙
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Magnus Black
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Doug B
Amazing from all of you! X
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Lucy, James & Henry
Wishing you the of luck and a lifetime supply of jelly babies to keep you going!!! Xx
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Fred & Jess Meehan
Good luck to you both, go for gold x
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Chris Monk
Best of luck Liana!
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Anonymous
Go Liana!
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Jeff Monk
Go Liana!
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Lisa, Mark And Willow Xx
Go Lil! Dad would be so so proud of you xx
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Anonymous
Thank you for doing this.
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Lara Brunner
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Alex Brunner
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