My activity tracking
268
miles
My target 120 miles
Why I am fundraising for Parkinson's UK
Thank you for visiting my fundraising page! 
On 13 September 2026, I’ll be taking on the Great North Run — one of the biggest and most iconic half marathons in the world — to raise vital funds for Parkinson’s UK.
Running has always been a huge part of my life. Whether it’s a Saturday morning parkrun, a Jog Scotland session, or simply the friendships and social side that come with the sport, I’ve loved the community that running creates. I wanted to combine that passion with something incredibly close to my heart: supporting my grandma, Elizabeth “Liz” Hanratty, who lives with Parkinson’s.
Seeing the impact this condition can have on people and their families has made me determined to do my bit to help. Parkinson’s UK provides essential support, advice and information to those living with Parkinson’s, as well as funding research to help improve the lives of everyone affected by the condition.
Every donation, no matter how big or small, will make a real difference and help Parkinson’s UK nurses continue providing much-needed support to people and families facing the challenges of Parkinson’s.
Thank you so much for your support — it means a lot to me, my family, and especially my Grandma Liz.
My updates
Grateful for the Opportunity
Wednesday 5th AugAs race day approaches, I’ve been reflecting on just how grateful I am to have secured a place in this year’s Great North Run.
Back in mid-July, I was slightly overwhelmed yet absolutely buzzing to cross the finish line at the inaugural Aberdeen Half Marathon, with thousands of spectators lining the route and cheering everyone on. It was an incredible experience in my home city and one I’ll always cherish — especially running back towards Duthie Park, a place I regularly visited with my family growing up.
However, the Great North Run has always felt like something on another level; something I’d only ever really imagined watching on TV or perhaps experiencing as a spectator.
I’ve entered the ballot so many times over the years, so finally getting a place this time feels really special. To have the opportunity to take part in one of the world’s biggest half marathons while raising money for a charity so close to my heart makes this even more meaningful.
This will be the first time since perhaps my school days that I’ve taken on a challenge like this specifically to raise money for charity, and I’m incredibly proud to be doing it for Parkinson’s UK in support of my Grandma Liz.
I know how proud my family and friends are of the journey I’ve been on with running, and it means so much to have them behind me as I take on this challenge. From early morning parkruns and weekly Jog Scotland sessions to building up towards events like this, it’s been amazing to share so many memories with great people along the way.
I can’t wait to soak up the atmosphere, enjoy every moment and hopefully make Grandma Liz, my family and everyone who has supported me proud on race day.
Now it’s time to put the work in over the next five weeks and hopefully arrive on the start line in the best possible shape! 👀
Thank you to my sponsors
£20
Sharron
£12.25
Derek Mcdougall
Well done Bob 👏
£12.25
Tracey Connon
Good luck, you will smash it!
£23.45
Mike Duthie
All the best Robbie
£10
Becky
Go Robbie 👏🏼 🥇
£20
Sogs And Susie
Smash it Robstar x
£10
Jules And Dave
You got this! Enjoy the experience. x
£30
Jenny & Alistair In Portugal And Mike In Aberdeen
Vai, Robbie. Sua avó Liz vai ficar muito orgulhosa de você.
£10
Eleanor Comfort
All the best Robbie, I am sure you will do fab and it is for a great cause.
£12.25
Vicky
Have Fun x
£10
Luke Sharkey
You'd better run, run, run boy...
£23.45
Courtney Mitchell
£12.25
Sheena & John
Good luck Robbie
£23.45
Fiona Bentley-kerr
Go for it Robbie! 👍
£12.25
Craig & Paige
Good luck mate. I’m sure you’ll smash it
£23.45
Meg Paterson
Good luck Robbie, you’ll smash it!!🏃
£10
Mandy Mccoll
Rooting for you chum, my granny had Parkinson's too, thank you for doing this. Good luck loon xxx
£10
Sylvia Harper
£12.25
Sophie Balment
£10
Kassandra Taylor
Good luck, Robbie! Raising money for a great cause. Look forward to hearing all about how you do, but I know you will smash it! XX
£10
Karen Whyte
£17.89
Laurie Grant
Good Luck Wobbie Live Scott and Laurie
£33.83
Dennis Howie
Go for it Bob we are all with you ❤️
£30
Anna Morrison
Good luck Robbie!! Such an amazing cause, I care for my mum who has lived with Parkinson's for 17 years, so know first hand the impact it has on people's lives. You're going to smash it!!
£100
Patrick Hanratty
£100
Elizabeth Hanratty
£30
Jenny Cheyne
Fantastic effort Robbie for a great cause! Xx
£33.83
Paul Gilbert
Great effort and cause Robbie, well done!
£20
Susan Westland
£30
Kim & Vinnie
Go Robbie and smash it
£12.25
Louisa & Calum
A great charity Robbie, well done and have fun 🏃🏻♂️
£23.45
Caz Ewan
Good luck and enjoy it!
£10
Vicky
Enjoy Robbie x
£10
Jayde Dow
Good luck Robster! So proud of you xx
£10
Neil Macbean
Good luck pal. My Dad had Parkinson's Disease later in his life, so I'm aware how debilitating this illness can be.
£20
Sarah Haigh
£12.25
Kay Leslie
Run, run,🏃♂️
£10
Felix
On hersel my man
£17.89
Garry Glennie
Great cause Robbie 👍
£5
Louise Davidson
Good luck! You will smash it
£12.01
Jill Nicoll
£55.88
Fiona And Murray
Robbie you’ve got this! And a great cause so close to our hearts. Good luck!
£23.45
Michael Hossack
All the best Robbie
£22.97
Dawn Alexander
A small donation for now but I will be supporting you and this cause in many ways. Proud of you as always for stepping up and showing up. Another awesome journey 💛🏴 Love mum xxxxxx
£33.83
Stephen Hanratty
You can do it bud x
£23.45
Irene Alexander
Hope all goes well with the run Robbie. x
£10
Robbie Hanratty
Let’s do this! 😎
Well Done Robbie