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I’m taking on the 2026 London Marathon for Ovacome – and I’d love your support 🏃♀️🏃♂️
On the 26 April 2026, I’ll be running :) the London Marathon in memory of my wonderful, incredible mum, Diana. Mum always encouraged us to do what we loved ... and I've always enjoyed running ..though not generally quite this far!
I'm hoping to raise vital funds and awareness for Ovacome, the UK’s ovarian cancer support charity.
Mum's diagnosis of ovarian cancer was quite late, due to the vague symptoms and also the difficulties of Covid. It was quite a lonely time trying to access and information and support. I know mum would have benefitted greatly had we known more about Ovacome earlier and why I'm keen to support them now so others in the same situation can be helped .
Ovarian cancer is the 6th most common cancer in women in the UK. It can affect women of all ages but primarily in those over 45. Whilst it can be detected early and better treated, it is frequently diagnosed at a late stage. The most common symptoms of ovarian cancer (which can often be mistaken for less serious conditions) are:
B.E.A.T
B - BLOATING (that doesn't come and go)
E - EATING difficulty (and feeling full quickly)
A - ABDOMINAL & pelvic pains most days
T - TOILET changes (in urination & bowel habits)
Ovacome aim to raise awareness and to provide expert support, trustworthy information, and a welcoming community for anyone affected by ovarian cancer – whether you're living with the disease, supporting someone who is, or worried about your risk. They’re a constant for many people facing the unknown, and they receive no government funding, so every donation really does make a difference.
Ovacome’s specialist support team helps those affected navigate treatment, care and life beyond the disease through the charity’s telephone support line, email, and 24-hour forum. They host online and in-person groups, workshops, and events where people affected can meet others in similar circumstances, share advice, make friends, and offer encouragement to one another in a safe environment.
If you can spare a few pounds to support my marathon challenge, you’ll be helping someone access life-changing support when they need it most. Just £28 could provide an hour of 1-1 specialist support for someone affected by ovarian cancer. £124 could cover the cost of running an in-person support group session for 12 people.
Help me make a difference. Share this page with your friends, family, colleagues, and on social media to help spread the word.
Thank you so much!! 💙
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Martin Saunders
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Faye Lowe
You mum would be super proud of you Jo . Such an achievement xx
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Tony & Gwyn Molesworth
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Marie Alms
Well done Jo, 👏 👏👏👏
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David Green
Best of luck Jo!! Your mom as always would have been really proud!! Xx
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Sarah Burton
Well done Jo!!!
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Allison & Mac
Good luck Jo!!
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Lynne Meakin
Good luck Jo x
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Carol Hepworth
Go for it Jo! You can do it, will be thinking of you on Sunday x
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Ramona Darby
Go Jo!!
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Eirene Jefferson
You’re AMAZING!!
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Joan Ronnie
You will be amazing.
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Rachel Cull
Go on Jo xxxx
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Sarah Cook
Good luck Jo!!!
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Ian & Lin
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Andrew Sowsbery
Well done jo
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Nicky
Hi, you don’t know me but I am a marathon runner (17 including London 6 times) whose life has been turned upside down by an ovarian cancer diagnosis in January 2026. Currently undergoing chemotherapy and hoping this works well enough to go on to surgery. I want to support the charity and also reach out. Enjoy the magic of London, one foot in front of the other and think of me, I wish I could be doing a marathon right now x
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Mark Collyer
Best wishes for the day - will be looking out for you! :0)
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Tammi And Steve
You can do this Jo. Keep running. Tammi and Steve
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Leyla Wilkins
We are rooting for you Jo Good luck!!
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The Mcdaids
Good luck Jo ☘️
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Louise Gregory
Amazing work Jo, hope it goes really well. Xx
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Ian Wilson
Well done for entering the marathon Jo. A very worthy cause, but if it's all too much, theres no shame in stopping. Look after yourself. Uncle E. xx
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Cake Sale!
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Mark Carter
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Jenny Walters
Such an important charity. Good luck!
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Emma Lorne
Well done Jo!! Cheering you on - a great cause and an amazing achievement!! You can do it xxx
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Jen Prinsep
Good luck Jo! What an amazing cause. You can do this! 😊
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Emma Hardman
Good luck Jo!
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Deborah Honan
Best of luck Jo
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Claire O'connor
Good Luck Jo
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Charlene Jones
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Ellie
Good luck x
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Gemma Farrington
Delicious cakes! Good luck for the marathon
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Claire Bishop
Good luck Jo
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Sam Burden
Excellent flapjack!
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Warrender’s
Good luck Jo! Xx
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Mark Andrews
best of luck for the marathon
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David Wood
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Suze
Jo - you are an inspiration!! Go for it.
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Hayley Griffiths
Such an inspiration Jo.
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Louise Corcoran
Amazing way to honour your lovely mom Jo! Will be sending you lots of love and strength on the day 😃
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Zena
Fantastic cause, Jo. X You will be brilliant 🤩 Sending much love ❤️
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Rebecca Stephen
Go Jo go! Well done you. Keep running and great cause. Lots of love, the Stephen’s xxx
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Ray Clements
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Ron Green
Very proud of you Jo - Love Dad and Mom xx
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Adrian Green
Amazing you’re doing this Jo. We’re all so proud of you, and Mom would be totally lost for words. Big love and sending all our good luck and ‘you got this’ vibes Xxx
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Carolyn
Good luck Jo!
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Amanda Farrow
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Ness
Good luck! You will smash it Xxx
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Anwen
Good luck Jo!!!
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The Edwards’s
Amazing thing to do and such a worthy cause in memory of your lovely Mum xx
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Claire
Good luck Jo. A very worthy cause.
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Fiona Simmons
You can do this!! Dig deep! You’re doing great! Good luck 🍀
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Hayley
Wow Jo!! Very impressive that you are doing this. All the best with the training and with the day - you will be awesome!! Xx 🙌
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Matthew Wort
You’re going to do brilliantly!
