Joe Sommerville

TCS London Marathon Saturday 2027

I’m running the London Marathon 2027, here’s why.

On 24th April 2027, I'll be taking on the London marathon for a cause that means so much to me - raising money for Parkinson's UK.

My mum was diagnosed with Parkinson's in 2017, when I was just 11. By the time I stand on the start line, it will have been 10 years since we found out the news. 

My mum takes everything in her stride and continues to be as strong as ever, but I see the challenges she faces everyday. Watching someone you love live with a condition that has no cure is extremely difficult. But seeing my mum face it with such strength and determination every day is truly inspiring and its one of the reasons I want to take on this challenge - and make her proud.

Running the 26.2 miles is going to be a massive challenge. There will be moments I want to stop, but every moment will be worth it if it helps raise money for such an important cause. Having seen first hand the impact Parkinson's has on those living with it and the people around them, I know just how vital the work of Parkinson's UK is.

If you're able to donate, I'd be so grateful. Every donation, no matter the size will help make a real difference. If you can't donate, sharing my page or cheering me on means just as much.

Thank you for supporting me on this exciting and incredible journey. 

Joe

Thank you to my sponsors

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Tim Thompson

Well done, Joe, a very worthy cause

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Judith

Good luck

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Will Bristow

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Leo Barraball

Big big love and big respect to you for doing this. Go smash it and i’ll be routing for you all the way!

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James Penzer

Good luck mate 🤞

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Sue Larbalestier

Hi Joe, I am supporting you in honour of my friend Norma who is close to the end of her battle with Parkinson’s.

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Ash Brown

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Guy Cockcroft

Your mum is an amazing lady! Good luck on the run!

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Callum Thorne

Good luck!

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Ken And Geraldine

Good luck Joe xxx

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Teresa Sturm

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Jackie Adamson

What a challenge! Wishing you well and no blisters!

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Chloe Warne

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Kerry Clark

Good luck Joe. Proud of you.x

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Helen

Doing it for a fabulous cause

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Adam

Great cause mate, good luck 🤞🏽

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Wendy Pilbrow

Good Luck 🍀

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James Porche

Lots of love, smash it mate

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Tyler Shaw

Go smash it mate

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Sonya Blackmore

All the best with it all Your mum must be so proud x

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Patricia Norman

Good luck Joe

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Elaine O'flaherty

Amazing Joe, good luck. So proud of you. Elaine x

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Shannon West

Good luck Joe, from us all! 🩵

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Ollie Tramine

Well done Joe 🙌

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Jamie

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Andrew And Sarah Butler

Hi Joe this is a brilliant challenge! You know how fond we are of your Mum! Here's another challenge.. If you beat my time I'll double our donation 😁 3hrs 31 x

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Cody Wonnacott

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Amanda Westkake

Good luck Joe xx

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Kyle Pearson

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Rebecca Haynes

Good Luck Joe and we are ready to support with fundraising events xx

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Joseph Edmonds

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Hannah Brennan

So proud of you, you’re going to smash it! Love you lots

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Lee Charman

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Peter Charman

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Hana

This is super touching, good luck with the run Joe!