Toby North

Why I am fundraising for Parkinson's UK

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! 

After joining a gym back in March 2025 to initially lose weight and feel more active I quickly developed a strange passion for running. After a couple of months of gradually losing weight and gaining fitness I decided to enter the ballot for the London Marathon knowing that the chances of actually being successful were incredibly slim. However in June I received an email confirming that my ballot entry had been successful which I couldn't believe ! Whilst initially feeling very excited about running the London marathon the reality of having to run 26.2 miles and the amount of training that would be involved soon kicked in. The London Marathon has always been on my bucket list and I know how lucky I am to be given the opportunity to do it so I will be trying my best to ensure I have prepared the best I can for it. Since June I have embarked on a strict training regime running 3-4 times per week, gradually increasing the number of miles I cover each week.

I will be running in memory of Harriet's grandad, Michael Frost who sadly passed away on Christmas day of 2019 after a very long and courageous battle with Parkinson's Disease.

Mike was a big football fan who supported Brighton & Hove Albion 

Therefore In preparation for the London Marathon in April 2026 I will also be participating in 2 half marathons.

- Swindon Half Marathon, 28th September 2025 

- Brighton Half Marathon, 1st March 2026

This is a huge challenge for me but I am incredibly determined to complete all of the half marathons and the ultimate goal of completing the London marathon.

To help keep me motivated throughout my training and also the half marathons please help by sponsoring me with whatever you can. The money raised will help fund groundbreaking research and change the lives of the Parkinson's community. 

Whilst this donation page is to sponsor me running the London Marathon I will be sharing this page before each half marathon in case anyone wishes to make any additional donations to help to push me through each run.

Thankyou again for all your support and donations