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885 miles for Cancer Research UK

Harry MacConnell is raising money for Cancer Research UK
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885 miles Against Cancer · 31 July 2026

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Story

Hello!

For those of you that know me this should not come as a surprise! As you may be aware I love all things running. From marathon to ultra-marathon I figured the next stage would be using it for some good!

Therefore...from the 31st July - 8th August 2026, I will be taking on the challenge of running the length of the UK (885 miles) - from Land's End to John O'Groats. I will be aiming to finish this before turning 25 in August.

Why?

I have a gut feeling I can do it. I have stuck by the saying that the challenges we find most frightening are the same that are the most exciting. I will be running in hopes of raising as much as I can for Cancer Research UK - a charity close to my family and do the world of good for so many people.

Let's make sure that every single person who has fought cancer, or is still fighting will never fight alone.

What you can do?

Please read below, share and spread the word!!

Key training dates to look out for!

EDINBURGH 10k - 21st September '25 - COMPLETE

LISBON Marathon - 25th October '25 - COMPLETE

BOSNIA Half Marathon - 21st March '26 - COMPLETE

MANCHESTER Marathon - 19th April '26 - COMPLETE

EDINBURGH 10k - 23rd May '26 - COMPLETE

SKYE Half Marathon - 13th June '26 - COMPLETE

...in amongst random day-trip running...

ROUTE DESTINATION & DATES

Day 1 - Land's End to Exeter (108 miles) - 31/07

Day 2 - Exeter to Bristol (92 miles) - 01/08

Day 3 - Bristol to Birmingham/ Lichfield (101 miles) - 02/08

Day 4 - Lichfield to Lancaster (101 miles) - 03/08

Day 5 - Lancaster to Hawick (100 miles) - 04/08

Day 6 - Hawick to H&V to Crianlarich (97 miles) - 05/08

Day 7 - Crianlarich to Aviemore (103 miles) - 06/08

Day 8 - Aviemore to Helmsdale (97 miles) - 07/08

Day 9 - Helmsdale to John O'Groats (86 miles) - 08/08

You're doubtful?

If you don't think I can do it, please share my story. If you do believe, even £1 will do the world of difference.

Anything and everything raised will be going to Cancer Research UK - I thank you greatly in advance for your kindness and generosity.

If anyone knows of physio's/brands/volunteers that would be willing to donate run ware/gels or even come along for the ride, please do get in contact!

Route posted, kit sorted, van acquired. Show time.

Thank you x

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£4,505.06
+ £923.00 Gift Aid
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