Sofia Smithen

Hackney Half Marathon 2026

Why I am fundraising for Parkinson's UK

Thank you for visiting my fundraising page! I’m taking part in the Hackney Half Marathon for Parkinson’s UK and would really appreciate your support for this great charity. 

This will be my first ever half marathon, and I am really excited to be running it this year for such an amazing cause.

 During my Neuroscience undergraduate studies, I spent time researching Parkinson’s disease — learning not only about the science behind it, but also about the challenges faced by those living with it. 

If you’d like to support this cause, donations go directly toward advancing research and care for people with Parkinson’s.

My updates

Thank you for all donations so far!

Monday 13th Apr
Huge thank you to everyone who has taken the time to donate so far, we have reached the initial fundraising goal which is amazing!

Thank you to my sponsors

£58.56

Peter Smithen

Well done, a great cause to support. One stride at a time & you will get there.

£53.32

Oliver

You can do it, Sofia!

£32.23

Joyce Plested

Well done Sofia! Very proud of you for such a worthy cause! Go Sofia! Love Plested’s xxxxxxxxxxx

£32.23

Geoffrey Ramsbottom

Go for it, Sofia. The Ramsbottoms are right behind you.

£79.50

Patricia Mccorkindale

Go for it, Sofia!