Wessex Cancer Support

26.2 miles for Wessex Cancer Support in memory of my Dad

Patrick Hellyer

Patrick Hellyer

My Story

On April 26, 2026, I will be running the London Marathon to raise money for the amazing, south coast-based charity Wessex Cancer Support. 
 
As many of you know, my Dad passed away from lung cancer in 2023. This is a very personal cause for me, and it felt right to get my running shoes back on and commit to giving something back in his honour. 
 
I am running as part of a 10-person "Team Wessex!" at the London Marathon. The work that charities like Wessex Cancer Support perform is truly wonderful and makes such a difference to so many individuals and families. Your support is a critical part of how Wessex can continue making that difference in the future. 
 
The team has committed to a grueling training schedule and a mammoth fundraising campaign. Every mile I run and every pound I raise will be in memory of my Dad. 
 
Thank you so much in advance for donating whatever you can. It will make a massive difference and is greatly appreciated.
You can find out more about their work here: www.wessexcancer.org.uk
Wessex Cancer Support

Raising for:

Wessex Cancer Support
114%

Funded

  • Target
    £3,000
  • Raised so far
    £3,405
  • Number of donors
    130

My Story

On April 26, 2026, I will be running the London Marathon to raise money for the amazing, south coast-based charity Wessex Cancer Support. 
 
As many of you know, my Dad passed away from lung cancer in 2023. This is a very personal cause for me, and it felt right to get my running shoes back on and commit to giving something back in his honour. 
 
I am running as part of a 10-person "Team Wessex!" at the London Marathon. The work that charities like Wessex Cancer Support perform is truly wonderful and makes such a difference to so many individuals and families. Your support is a critical part of how Wessex can continue making that difference in the future. 
 
The team has committed to a grueling training schedule and a mammoth fundraising campaign. Every mile I run and every pound I raise will be in memory of my Dad. 
 
Thank you so much in advance for donating whatever you can. It will make a massive difference and is greatly appreciated.
You can find out more about their work here: www.wessexcancer.org.uk

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