My Story

Why I'm running

In 2026, I’ll be taking on the incredible challenge of running the London Marathon in support of King George and Queen’s Hospital Charity — a cause that means the world to me. In 2020, these amazing hospitals saved my Grandad’s life after he underwent life-saving Ivor Lewis surgery and received exceptional oncology care. Their dedication, skill, and compassion mean he’s now cancer-free and looking forward to attending my wedding in 2026 — and for that, I’ll be forever grateful. These hospitals have also supported my entire family in some way — from broken bones to babies in maternity, blood tests, and consultant visits — and they continue to do this for so many families.

By running this marathon, I hope to give something back and help ensure other families receive the same outstanding care and support we always have. Every step I take is a thank you to the heroes who make a difference when it matters most.

About us

The London Marathon has become an annual, inspiring and colourful fixture in the world’s sporting calendar since the inaugural race on 29 March 1981: a celebration of fun, fundraising and fancy dress.

Over the years more than a million people have completed the 26.2-mile course – which runs from Blackheath to The Mall, with a spectacular finish in front of Buckingham Palace, showcasing the very best that the capital city has to offer.

What’s more, these participants have raised over a billion pounds for charity and there have been countless amazing tales of human achievement throughout the event’s history – living up to its aim of helping participants ‘to have fun, and provide some happiness and sense of achievement in a troubled world’.