My Story

I was diagnosed with a rare form of appendix cancer in 2020 and underwent cytoreductive surgery with hyperthermic intraperiton  chemotherapy, removing many of my internal organs. I was back in the Christie in September 2024 for another  operation. I'm now in remission and I'm running the GNR for  Pseudomyxoma Survivor, the  support network for those affected by pseudomyxoma peritonei, appendix cancers and rare peritoneal malignancies. 

I'm super slow, don't like road running and vowed never to run another half marathon so how I've ended up doing this I've no idea! Any support will help raise awareness of PMP and fund research into rare cancers,  as well as keep me motivated to run along a dual carriageway!  

About us

60,000 determined and dedicated runners make the AJ Bell Great North Run the World’s biggest and best half marathon – famous for its warm North East welcome, unbeatable atmosphere and the millions raised for good causes. 

The AJ Bell Great North Run is an opportunity for us all to come together on the 7th September and support one another. Its magic can be hard to understand – until you have experienced it yourself. You’re guaranteed a running event like no other - and a finish line feeling you’ll never forget.

It's not all about the adults, the AJ Bell Junior & Mini Great North Run gives the kids a chance to experience that finish line feeling, earn a special medal & raise money for good causes.