Ashford teacher to run Brighton Marathon for cancer patients
Ben Randell is taking part to raise funds for the Celia Blakey Unit.
A teacher from Ashford is running the Brighton Marathon to raise money for cancer patients.
Ben Randell will take part in the event on the 12th of April to raise funds for East Kent Hospitals Charity for the Celia Blakey Unit at Ashford's William Harvey Hospital.
The 32-year-old Wyvern School teacher is raising the money in memory of his grandmother who was treated at the unit.
He said: “Taking on the full marathon is about much more than just the miles for me. Seeing the care my grannie received showed me how important the work they do is for so many families. If running 26.2 miles can help give something back to the people who helped save her life, then every mile will be worth it."
“The incredible team on the Celia Blakey Unit have been amazing. Their speed, care, and unwavering support made what is a tough journey feel a little more manageable."
“I’m running for strength. I’m running for hope. I’m running to honour every person who’s sat in a chemo chair, held a loved one’s hand, or waited for news with their heart in their throat.”
The father-of-two took up running last summer and has now completed two half marathons.
East Kent Hospitals Charity gave £147,000 to cancer services across the Trust last year. The money funded specialist equipment such as cooling caps used during chemotherapy to reduce hair loss.