I'm super-excited to be running the London Marathon 2027 for parkrun! Having wanted to take on this event for years, I'm thrilled to be able to do so while supporting an organisation and community that I'm proud to be part of.

Since first taking part in 2018, I've completed over 250 parkruns, volunteered regularly and become part of the wonderful core team at Oak Hill parkrun ("flat and friendly!"). I've also enjoyed visiting parkruns across the UK and overseas, where I've seen that same welcoming community wherever I go.

It's that community that makes parkrun so special. Every week, thousands of people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities come together to run, jog, walk, volunteer and support one another.

I'm continually inspired by people at parkrun. Every week I see encouragement, determination, achievement and enjoyment from people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Together, they show how powerful a simple, free community event can be in helping people stay active and connected.

Whatever your reason for being at parkrun, there's a place for you. parkrun is free, inclusive and welcoming to everyone. You don't need to be fast. You don't even need to run. You just need to turn up.

That's why I'm proud to be running the London Marathon for parkrun. By supporting my fundraising, you'll be helping parkrun continue to bring people together, strengthen communities, encourage people to be active, remove barriers to participation and keep these events free for everyone, forever.

If you'd like to support me, I'd be hugely grateful for any donation, however large or small. Every contribution will help parkrun continue its fantastic work and will give me an extra boost through the many miles of marathon training ahead!

Thank you for your support.

Sharon X