James Rowan
My Story
I'm running the London Marathon 2026 as part of Team Starlight
In April 2026, I’ll be taking on the London Marathon, a huge personal challenge and the biggest milestone yet in my running journey. Running has been more than just exercise for me; it’s been a lifeline for my mental health, giving me clarity, resilience, and a sense of achievement through even the toughest times. I’m running to raise funds for Starlight Children’s Foundation, a charity that brings joy, comfort, and moments of magic to seriously ill children and their families. Their work inspires me to keep pushing forward, one step at a time. If running can brighten my world, I want to help bring that same light to others.
The healing power of play
At first glance, it’s easy to think that play happens when the important stuff is taken care of. But for children, play is central to the way they learn and cope with new challenges.
That’s why Starlight are committed to making play matter so much, it becomes an intrinsic part of every child’s healthcare pathway. They want to create a world where it’s official policy that play is a prerequisite on every child’s medical treatment plan.
Starlight are there to help all decision-makers understand the importance of play, leading thinking on its potential for positive impact, with the science to back it up.
