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Claire Bodiam's Double 50km Challenge: Ultramarathon & Sahara Trek 2026

Claire Bodiam is raising money for St Clare Hospice (Hastingwood)
In memory of Robert Bowers & Tara Gallagher

50km Ultramarathon & 50km Sahara Trek

In October 2026, an incredible team of fundraisers will set out on an unforgettable journey across the Sahara Desert to raise vital funds for St Clare Hospice. Support their journey and make every step count!

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In 2026, I'm taking on my biggest challenge yet: a 50km off-road Ultramarathon across the South Downs in May, followed by a 50km trek through the Sahara desert in October.

Over the past few years, with the help of my youngest son Hector, we have raised an incredible £18,406 for St Clare Hospice. This year, I'm aiming for an ambitious milestone of £25,000!

I am dedicating these challenges to the memory of my Dad, Robert Bowers, and someone very close to our family, Tara Gallagher, who we tragically lost just before Christmas 2024. Both Tara and my Dad were cared for by St Clare's in the final weeks of their lives, and we are forever grateful for the compassionate care they received and the invaluable support the hospice provided to our family.

St Clare's depends greatly on donations to continue their incredible work. If you're able to sponsor me, any amount - big or small - would be truly appreciated. Thank you so much. Love Claire xxx

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