I did it! TCS London Marathon finished in 2:59:04. Delighted to go sub‑3 again, my second fastest time. I crossed the line with absolutely nothing left in the tank, so no regrets at all. What a truly fantastic experience. A celebration of humanity, thousands of us exchanging pain for joy.

Marathons are often framed around performance, but for many disabled runners and wheelchair users, simply getting to the start line requires navigating systems, environments, and processes that weren’t originally designed with us in mind.

Out on and across the 26.2-mile route, the crowd was unbelievable. I couldn’t always see who was cheering (glasses off!), but if it was you, thank you. Moments like that matter even more when you’re pushing a wheelchair at pace, they lift you, steady you, and remind you that you belong in that space just as much as anyone else.

To everyone who donated to Whizz Kidz, thank you. Your contributions go directly toward supporting young wheelchair users to gain mobility, independence, and confidence.

And together to date, we’ve raised £7,343.52 (including gift aid). That total will have a real, measurable impact for young wheelchair users. To put it into perspective, it’s equivalent to:

💛 271 activity sessions like wheelchair rugby or robotics

💛 74 hours of expert therapist support for families beginning their mobility journey

💛 21 full Wheelchair Skills Training courses

💛 12 repair & maintenance visits from a Mobility Engineer

💛 5 adapted trikes

💛 Or even a powered wheelchair, transforming a young person’s independence at school, at home, and in their community

There were so many moments that made this marathon what it was, the crowds, the interactions along the route, the support of family and friends, and the shared joy at the finish.

For me the London Marathon wasn’t just a race (with myself alone), it was a reminder of what inclusion looks like when it’s done well, and what disabled people can achieve when barriers are removed rather than reinforced.

Thank you to everyone who supported, donated, cheered, or reached out. It means more than I can express.