Why I am fundraising for Parkinson's UK
Hi all,
I'm Claire Wheat and I'll be running the London Marathon on 26th April 2026. So there, I've said it, so I have to do it now!
It will actually be my 10th MARATHON since I started running at the age of 66 back in 2017. This marathon will be a little different as I was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease a couple of years ago.
Not great news, but did you know that one of the best ways to manage and potentially slow the progression of Parkinson's, is to do strenuous exercise? As my Parkinson's coach says.... "Train like an athlete, not like a patient!" So here I am with the brilliant support of my guide runner, Jane Bradbury.
We are running to raise as much money as we can for Parkinson's UK. They provide information, help and support through their website as well as vital research work to find further ways to slow this debilitating condition and hopefully find a cure in the future - near I hope!
Any donations will be so gratefully received and will spur me on.
Love Claire xx
Hi,
I'm Jane and am very proud to be Claire's guide runner for the London Marathon. As well as raising funds for this incredible charity, having a focus and training is truly helping us both.
Our training has been tough and strewn with problems but we are both determined to get to the finish line. Claire is a true inspiration and has so much grit and determination to succeed - we will finish the marathon!!
Your support and encouragement through donations or words, are gratefully received.
Love Jane xx
Thank you for visiting my fundraising page! I’m taking part in the TCS 2026 London Marathon for Parkinson’s UK and would really appreciate your support!
Please help by sponsoring me with whatever you can. The money raised will help fund ground breaking research and change the lives of the Parkinson's community.
My updates
Training is tough!!
Wednesday 11th Mar
Running isn't always plain sailing.......
Saturday 28th Feb
Thank you to my sponsors
£27.05
Mo
£21.84
Paul G
Good luck to you (not that you need it)👊🏻
£53.32
Ruth
Good luck and take care!
£23.91
Magdalene
£21.84
Pippa
You are a true inspiration Claire, there isn’t a challenge you won’t rise to and with Jane by your side you will always succeed. I am in awe of you both, a real pair of legends x
£21.84
Jake Parker
I’m so inspired by your efforts Claire, Keep going you’re doing such an incredibly great job!
£14.29
Alan Pritchard
What an inspiration you are Claire.
£20
Emma Bryant
Claire you are an absolute inspiration. A fantastic charity to raise money for. You’ve got this!
£16.56
Sue
You’ve got this Claire!! Xx
£106
Karen Parker
Keep going! You are amazing!
£31.51
Diana
Forward and onward
£20
Deb Abraham
Amazing work my fabulous friend Claire! Very sorry to read about your diagnosis… keep those little legs going mate xx
£21.84
Claire's Feb End Of Range Sale On Etsy
£50
Kerr And Ian
A great cause to support and one that’s personally close to our hearts.
£10
Aby Jones
Happy running!! Very inspiring 🏃♀️🏃♀️
£21.84
Philippa Gregory
You’ll both smash it 💪 good luck with your training love seeing your runs x
£21.84
Ann Schwarzenbach
Go Ladies! Have a fantastic time at London, you have worked so hard for this.
£50
John Houlihan
Good luck. Some impressed by you both.
£21.84
Jess W
All the best on race day ladies, have a grand time💚 You're a fantastic team, and will be encouraging so many around you as you make your way around the course 💛!
£32.23
Mary Byrnes
Claire and Jane - I am so happy to support you and will be with you inspirit!
£21.84
Good luck to two very inspirational and determined ladies xx