In September 2024, my dad, Mark Edmonds, died after a terminal pancreatic cancer diagnosis. He was staying at St John’s Hospice, a stone's throw away from Abbey Road (fitting for a mega Beatles fan).

Hospice care is something I only now realise the importance of. I am grateful to the staff who provided such good care to my dad in his final few days and supported my family through this terribly sad experience. The hospice was a peaceful place allowing family and friends to say a proper goodbye, and I can't imagine what it would have been like if we did not get this opportunity. Throughout my dad’s cancer diagnosis, he was incredibly brave and resilient, and so I want to challenge myself, make him proud, and raise money for a great cause.

Coincidentally, the half marathon is taking place on what would be my dad’s 64th birthday. The last time I attempted a half marathon was in May 2023 and I collapsed at Mile 11, ending in hospital, so let's hope this one goes better!

Any donation, big or small, is so appreciated <3

About St John’s Hospice:

St John's Hospice provide quality, holistic care to people living with life-limiting illnesses and their families.

They are about celebrating and amplifying life, enabling people to live well for as long as possible. They create moments of joy and compassion both inside and outside of the hospice and work to ensure that every patient and their families are supported through every aspect of their journey.

As well as the Inpatient Unit and Wellbeing Centre located in St John’s Wood, they work out in the community, in people’s homes, providing care to more than 4,000 people across North London each year.

Your donation today will enable St John's to continue their work and ensure that quality, holistic care can be given to those who need it most.