I'm taking part in the TCS London Marathon 2027 with #TeamStroke
I’m not normally one for sponsorship pages or asking people for money, but I’ve somehow agreed to run the London Marathon 2027, so I suppose this one is worth making an exception for!
I’ve done plenty of 10Ks and half marathons over the years, but 26.2 miles is a slightly different story.
More importantly, I’m running for the Stroke Association, a charity that became very close to our family in 2025 when my wife, Lois, suffered a stroke. It was a difficult year for all of us, but thanks to the fantastic care from the NHS and support from the Stroke Association, she’s doing really well and is well on the road to recovery.
So, on Sunday 25th April 2027, I’ll be attempting to drag myself around London for all 26.2 miles. It’ll be a difficult and emotional challenge, but one that will mean a lot to both of us.
I’ll probably question my life choices somewhere around mile 20, but hopefully Lois will be waiting at the finish line to remind me it was all my own idea!
If you can spare anything to sponsor me, it would be very much appreciated. Thank you! 🏃♂️❤️
I’m in awe of the dedication you have for running, for your fitness as well as working long hours, and I know the only marathon you’ve ever wanted to do was the London one! I also know you never run for half marathons and endless 10ks for a charity as it’s out of your comfort zone, but to do the one thing you’ve wanted to do, for a charity that has helped me is amazing. The training will be a lot, for both of us, but it’s your dream so enjoy and I’ll see you on the finish line xx