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Luke Robinson

TCS London Marathon Saturday 2027

Help me reach my goal of £2,300

My activity tracking

63
miles

My target 26 miles

Why I am fundraising for Parkinson's UK

Wow! I never thought I’d be saying this but I’m actually going to be running the 2027 TCS London Marathon for Parkinson’s UK

My Story:

In 2017, my dad, Mark, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s at 59. I’ve seen first-hand how this disease robs people of simple daily tasks and how it affects the whole family, especially my mum, who has shown enormous strength as he fought this illness. The toll on dad included increasing care needs, falls, and a losing battle with speech and mobility, and he never moaned about Parkinson’s or the struggles he faced. He endured with such grace and quiet courage, continuing to find ways to live and to hope, and his attitude continues to inspire every step I take now.

Within three years, Parkinson’s progressed rapidly, and the Covid period accelerated its trajectory. After a series of falls, he required round-the-clock care and became largely wheelchair-bound. His speech deteriorated, turning conversations into difficult “yes or no” exchanges. He passed away on 26 June 2024 after a short illness. I miss him deeply and carry a great deal of hurt, but I also carry his memory and spirit as inspiration.

Parkinson’s slowly robbed him of his independence and joy, his ability to live a normal life, to run, and to share moments with his grandchildren. He was an exceptional runner, a sub-3-hour marathoner, often entering races and achieving times I can only dream of!

In 2024, encouraged by my wife Lacey, I began running again. I started from 1k, progressed to 5k, then 10k, and eventually completed three half marathons. Now I’m ready to push further and tackle a full marathon.

I want to fundraise for Parkinson’s UK because I aim to honour my dad’s memory by supporting a cause that funds research, improves care, and provides services for people living with Parkinson’s and their families. I hope to raise awareness and funds that can transform quality of life today and drive breakthroughs for tomorrow. I also want to embody the resilience and optimism my dad showed, turning personal loss into something meaningful that can help others facing similar challenges.

Thank you for reading my story. I’ll make sure I update this regularly with all the fundraising I’ll be doing, and any donation would be greatly appreciated.

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£1,060 + £209.97 GiftAid

My Goal

£2,300

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My updates

August/September

Sunday 20th Sep
I ramped my training up recently, covering 122km in August. Completed Exeter half marathon in September in 2:08:08 and getting ready for Bournemouth half on the 11th October. Thank you all for your support and donations so far! 

Thank you to my sponsors

£220

Mum

I’m very proud of your huge effort in preparation for the London Marathon it will be a great experience something Mark would have been envious of I'm sure he would have supported you all the way & for a worthy cause a disease Mark endures with grace & bravery

£500

Luke Robinson

£33.83

Andrew Cowlin

Good luck Luke and a great cause too! You will smash it.

£23.45

Karl Mills

£12.25

Gary Hayes

Best of luck!

£33.83

Ben Stacey

£109.25

Simon Burch

Your dad would be proud of you

£30

Gb

Good luck Luke

£25

Kharl & Lia

Love this mate, never thought I would see you running a marathon. Good luck and what a great cause. Kirby & Lia

£23.45

Tony Navaie-bryan

Go for it Luke. Great cause 👍

£15

Sam Cater

Go on champ

£33.83

Khaled

💙