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Kirstie's fundraiser for Bowel Cancer UK

Kirstie French is raising money for Bowel Cancer UK

Cardiff Half Marathon 2026 · 4 October 2026 · Start fundraising for this event

Join #teambowelcancer in the Cardiff Half Marathon 2026. The Cardiff University/Cardiff Half Marathon boasts one of the most stunning 13.1-mile courses, which is predominantly flat past the capital's most iconic landmarks with beautiful scenery.

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❤️ Running for Those We Love ❤️

This year, I will be taking on a really tough challenge — running FIVE half marathons in 2026, all in support of Bowel Cancer UK.

This isn’t just about running.

Nana sadly lost her life to bowel cancer. Watching someone you love go through something so cruel leaves a mark that never really fades. Now, our family is facing it again, with our Uncle Alex currently fighting this awful disease.

Bowel cancer is one of the most common cancers in the UK, yet it often doesn’t get spoken about enough. Too many families have to endure the heartbreak, the fear, and the helplessness that comes with it. That’s why I’m choosing to push my body to its limits — because for so many people, this fight isn’t a choice.

Over the course of 2026, I will be running:

• Prague Half Marathon (March)

• Dublin Half Marathon (May)

• The Coast Half Marathon (May)

• Belfast Half Marathon (September)

• Cardiff Half Marathon (October)

That's many months of training, early mornings, tired legs, and mental battles — all to raise money for vital research, support services, and awareness.

Every donation, no matter how small, will help:

• Fund life-saving research

• Support families facing diagnosis

• Raise awareness of symptoms and early detection

If you can donate, I would be beyond grateful.

If you can’t, please consider sharing this page — it truly makes a difference.

I’m running in memory of Nana.

I’m running for my Uncle Alex.

I’m running for EVERY family affected.

Let’s fight bowel cancer together.

Thank you so much for your support ❤️

Donation summary

Total
£1,170.00
+ £256.25 Gift Aid
Online
£1,170.00
Offline
£0.00

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