20/05/2026
“Six years ago, I was told I had 18 months to three years to live but I’m still here.”
This is Clare’s story. Yesterday she completed the Hackney Half Marathon to support us and help others, just like herself 👏
“On 6 April 2020, my world imploded. I was diagnosed with metastatic and incurable bowel cancer.
“But sitting in front of my oncology team, something clicked. Cancer had picked on the wrong girl! I’ve truly faced it all. Six months of chemotherapy, major surgery and even a recurrence in 2022. But through it all I’ve remained determined.
“I recently celebrated my six-year cancerversary. To mark this occasion, I decided to take on the Hackney Half Marathon. It felt like the perfect way to honour how far I’ve come and give back to a charity so close to my heart.
“Last year I took a three-month sabbatical and genuinely fell back in love with myself. For the first time in years, cancer wasn’t a daily thought. My body has carried me to incredible places, has given me amazing experiences and most importantly, in the last six years I’ve become an aunty.”
“My advice to anyone else thinking about taking on a half marathon is just start. Don’t overthink it – sign up, lace up and take it one step at a time. Whether you walk, jog or run across that finish line, you will feel incredible. You’ve got this!”
We’re incredibly grateful to Clare and our entire Hackney Half Marathon team for their dedication and support yesterday. It’s because of amazing people, like Clare, we can continue our important work 💛
If you feel inspired, register for one of our Hackney Half 2027 places: https://bit.ly/3Fd1zYX
