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I'm taking part in the Great North Run 2026 as part of #TeamStroke
My amazing running partner, pacer and husband suffered two strokes in July 2023. I miss him on every long run but count our blessings that we can still we do our much slower 1 mile run. His quiet determination, acceptance and positive outlook on life despite the challenges he faces every day are my inspiration for signing up for the GNR. We lived near the starting line for many years and in 1998 I supported Barry in his first GNR. This year me and Niamh (our daughter) will be doing it for him!
The Stroke Association provided us with so much support and information during our darkest days. We know we are the lucky ones and that’s why Niamh and I have joined #TeamStroke for the Great North Run 2026.
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.
No survivor should have to face life after stroke without stroke support, providing consistent, tailored help on the long journey to recovery.
We work with the stroke community to ensure 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.
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Thursday 13th AugMy amazing running partner, pacer and husband suffered two strokes in July 2023. I miss him on every long run but count our blessings that we can still we do our much slower 1 mile run. His quiet determination, acceptance and positive outlook on life despite the challenges he faces every day are my inspiration for signing up for the GNR. We lived near the starting line for many years and in 1998 I supported Barry in his first GNR. This year me and Niamh (our daughter) will be doing it for him!
The Stroke Association provided us with so much support and information during our darkest days. We know we are the lucky ones and that’s why Niamh and I have joined #TeamStroke for the Great North Run 2026.
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The Great North Run
Thursday 13th AugNiamh and I are running the Great North Run to support a charity that supported our family at a very scary time in 2023.
Barry never complains and he really has reason to so no moaning from us on the day!🏃♀️ 🏃♀️
I hate asking for sponsorship, but here I am 😬 any small amount would be gratefully received!
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£109.25
Peter Florida-james
£55.88
Michael Harbinson
£55.88
Veronica Sharkey
Good luck, Susan & Niamh Love Mum & Dad xx
£55.88
Ant & Lisa
Best of luck to you both x x
£55.88
Rose, Sarah And G Fjs
Superstars you two
£54.68
Jason Thomson
Good luck Susan and Niamh!
£50
Patrick & Bridgeen Canning
Brilliant idea, Brilliant charity, luv from Paddy, Bridgeen and family xx
£33.83
Ryan Florida-james
Good luck 🩷
£33.83
The Hopson Family Xx
Good luck Susan and Niamh xx
£28.44
Sam Ellis ( Was Saville)
The very best of luck to you both! Well done … Love & best wishes to the whole family & a big hug to Barry. Barry was an usher at my wedding in 1995! I married his friend Phil Saville who he was at uni with. Hope you raise lots of money for such an amazing charity! Sam xx
£28.44
Ruth & Mark
Good luck ladies!
£28.44
Jane Shaw
I have no doubt that you’ll smash that run and enjoy every mile xxxx
£28.44
Orla Traynor
Susan and Niamh wishing you both the best for the GNR amazing challenge and great cause xx
£28.44
Doc
Win!
£28.44
Amanda Thompson
Good luck ladies 🥳😎
£28.44
Eugene Dymphna Éabha & Órna
Best of luck Sues & Niamh 💕
£28.44
Cobby Shunter
£27.84
Myffanwy
What an amazing way to support a charity close to your hearts and ours. Hope the training is going well, Susan and Niamh, and that Barry’s resilience inspires you both on the day of the GNR itself.
£25
Carol Whalley
Best wishes to the whole family.
£25
Helen Stevenson
Good luck!
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Neb
Best of luck Susan and Niamh. Running for a great cause and a great lad.
£25
Mark Woolford
This is absolutely superb Susan - well done to the both of you and love to all.
£25
Matthew Florida-james
Good luck Susan and Niamh xx
£25
Anna Harbinson
Good luck Susan and Niamh . You will both be amazing xxx
£23.45
Antony Welford
£23.45
Harry
£23.45
Andrea Snow
Sending you love and good wishes xx
£22.97
Chris, Joe, Alfie And Sasha
Well done you two! All our love to Barry too 🥰
£20
Ally And The Finestone Family
Best of luck with your run, so proid of you!
£20
Sarah Hunt
Good luck to you all from the Hunts
£20
Steph
£12.25
Sinead
So sorry for everything you all have been through. Good luck for the GNR!
£12.25
Carrie Barton
Good luck!!❤️🏃🏻♀️
£12.25
Donna Molyneux
You got this team FJ
£12.25
Phil Thomas
Good luck
£10
Jen & Andrew Rigby
Good luck x
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Steve Unsworth
Sending much love and best wishes xx
£10
Becky Smith
Best of luck 🏃🏻♀️💕
£10
Steve Harrison
Good luck in the race, I'm sure you'll smash it. Barry, what an amazing guy. We all miss him down at the cricket club, hopefully see you all soon.
£5
Orla Mckenna
so proud of you all!!!💕💕💕
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Mel
You’ll be amazing, just like this cause ❤️❤️
Just enjoy yourselves/ but I know you’ll be racing it x