As the Chief Executive and research nurses of The Christie we took part in the New York Marathon on the 2nd November. We all completed the marathon in the following times:

- Caroline Shaw ran in 4 hours and 11 minutes

- Caroline Hamer bravely ran in 5 hours and 7 minutes despite injuring her leg and being advised by medical staff to stop

- Claire O'Rourke ran in 3 hours and 59 minutes

To celebrate our return, New York is coming to Manchester for the night on Friday 14th November. To join us at the Renaissance hotel, Manchester, for a glamorous Manhattan style event please contact Stephen Anderson on 0161 918 7354. Tickets cost £80.

Half the money we raise will go towards two major new developments at The Christie, and the other half will go to the Willow Foundation, a charity that provides special days for seriously ill 16 to 40 year olds. Between us we are aiming to raise £26,000 - that's £1,000 for every mile we completed.

Donating through Justgiving is quick, easy and totally secure. It’s also the most efficient way to sponsor us: Christie's gets your money faster and, if you’re a UK taxpayer, Justgiving makes sure 25% in Gift Aid, plus a 3% supplement, are added to your donation. The Willow Foundation (reg charity no 1106746) will receive 50% of all donations received.

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