I'm taking part in the TCS London Marathon as part of #TeamStroke
The Stroke Association is a charity very close to my heart, and I know first hand how devastating stroke is for families, my own included.
When I was in my teens, my Dad faced this life-threatening condition, suffering a major stroke that impacted his language, sight, cognition and mobility. Fortunately, my Dad was already in hospital when he suffered a stroke thus was able to receive care instantaneously.
Thanks to the work of organisations such as the Stroke Association and their support regarding rehabilitation and post-acute care, my Dad, a relatively young stroke patient, was able to make an amazing recovery.
Their support is crucial in addressing not just the immediate aftermath of a stroke, but also the long-term consequences for both the victims and their families, providing a much needed practical help and support for all aspects of life.
That’s why I joined #TeamStroke for the TCS London Marathon 2025.
There are over 1.3 million stroke survivors in the UK, with 100,000 strokes happening in the UK each year. That's one stroke every five minutes.
The Stroke Association are there to support people in rebuilding their lives after stroke, working directly in the community to make sure people affected get the very best care and support.
They rely on your support to provide vital services, campaign for better stroke care and fund research into preventative and rehabilitative treatments.
My Achievements
Fundraising page set up
Added a profile pic
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Reached 50% of target
Hit final milestone
Reached fundraising target
Thank you to my sponsors
£212
Carmel & Andrew Martin
£130
John Martin
Gud luck Kate, from JSM
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Gerry And Siobhan
All the hard work has done now Kate. We wish you well on the day and applaud all your huge effort and commitment for such a good cause. Good luck !
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Annmarie Mcgivern
We wish you every success in your training preparation and we know it will lead to an amazing marathon experience. Love from Bill and Ann and Iain.
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Plod
Good luck Cait!
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Jane Krishnadas
Hi Caitlin, Thank you so much for training so hard to give hope and recovery to so many people especially for your wonderful Dad who I know will be so proud of you cheering you on! and I'm also donating for my dear friend/sister Sarah Chevolleau the leader of Stoke BLM who has done so much for our community and recently had a stroke at the age of 39 with four beautiful kids - so I hope this gives an extra push to get you over the line 🙋🏻♀️🌠🥰🙏🏼🤲🏽💞💐
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Roo
Run like the silly goose you are! Ever so proud of you 💖
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Blackfriars School Staff
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Sarah Martin
We know you will be amazing ! Huge respect for doing this and for this worthwhile cause and we’ll try to get there to see you finish! Much love Sarah & Simon
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Catherine And Joe
Wishing you all the best for your training and on the day. Well done on supporting such a worthwhile cause. Love Joe and Catherine X
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Siobhan And Conor
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Tasha And Mark
You got this gal! 💪 we'll be thinking of you - good luck! 🍀
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Ciaran Martin
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Lisa Gormley
You’re an inspiration! You’re going to smash it of course, hope you have the best time and come back with all the wisdom for future runners!
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Paul Kerins
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Paul
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Joanne Kerins
Good luck Cait! Great cause- we’ll be cheering loudly from Clarkston!
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Tom Van Ravens
Good luck and enjoy it Cait!!
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Andy Martin
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Anonymous
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Scarlett Moore
£42.40
Ann Kerins
All the best Cait!! A great cause 👏
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Beth Kerins
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Tesco Express, Newcastle Under Lyme
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Lucy And Dylan Balfour
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Kenzie Case
Gooooo Caitlin!! You’re amazing!! 🎉🍾
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Lee Masterson
Good luck Caitlin!!!
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Rebecca Perry
You’ve smashed it Caitlin, so proud of you!!
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Laura Wood
Go Cait!!!!
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Harriet Moore
£26.50
Sergis Tapas Bar
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Fay Harris
Well done Caitlin! This is an amazing thing to do!
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Elaine And Kevin Mullarkey
Good luck for your run. Well done.
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Eleanor & Sasha
Good luck Cait!
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Hannah Wood
good luck Cait!
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Anne V O’brien
Go for it Caitlin!! So proud of you xx
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Becky Williams
So proud of you!! Good luck 💜
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Ruth O'connor
Well done Caitlin! You should feel really proud of yourself! Amazing! Rest up! Love Ruth and Andy from Blackfriars xxx
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Lauren
You’re amazing Caitlin!
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Rebecca Boult
£20
David Wood
Good Luck
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Emma & Ben
An absolute inspiration! So proud of you xx
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Fiona Malcolm
You’ll smash it, so proud of you!! X
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Rory Conlon
Good luck Cait!
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Jak Larter
Good luck
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Ciara Robertson
Good luck gal! You got this x
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Jane Tillier
Thinking of you and sending all best wishes, Caitlin!
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Chloe Mckew
Good luck Cait, you will smash it !!! Xxx
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Ffion
Good luck Cait, you’ll absolutely smash it!! ❤️🥰🏃🏼♀️
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Juliet Shand
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Kieran Hampton
Good luck!
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Elliot Greaves
Good Luck Caitlin
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Christine
Good luck Cait!! X
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Kiran Krishnadas
So proud of you 🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽
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Bronya Blake
Good luck Caitlin!!! Xxx
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Saffron Sergison
Hot girls run marathons xx
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Divya
You’ve got this!!!
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Shannon Walsh
You go girl! Cheering you on from the States 💕🎉
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Orla
Good luck Cait - I know you'll smash it 🥰
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Joseph Ashmore
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Chloe Garratt-buckton
Good luck!
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Emma Quinn
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Andrew Wood
Good luck !
Caitlin. We are in awe of your commitment. We will be out there cheering you on! Best of luck. Mum & Dad