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Rob Parkin
London Marathon
Sunday 13th April 2008
Page ID: 28076
Update 14th April.
Well, I did it! My final time was 4hrs 4mins, which I'm really pleased with for my first marathon. It would have been quicker but unfortunately after about 20 miles my legs cramped up which made the last hour a bit slower and much more painful! But I managed to run through the pain and even raise a smile for all the fantastic crowds cheering the runners on.
Including the money pledged off line, the total I will have raised is now up to £2000, which I'm really really pleased with, if you're reading this though and haven't sponsored me yet then please do so; every penny raised is a help to Tommy's with continuing their good work.
thanks for reading,
Rob.
Thanks for visiting my fundraising page. On 13th April 2008 I'll be running the London Marathon to raise money for Tommy's, the Baby Charity. For those who don't know, Tommy's are a charity that do a lot of research into stillbirth, miscarriage and premature births which is a cause close to my and Linz's hearts. If you'd like to find out more then this website has lots more info about the good work that they do.
My targets to raise £1500, so any money you can sponsor me for putting myself through 26 miles of pain (not to mention all the training miles over the next few months!) is much appreciated !!
Donating through this site is really simple, fast and totally secure and it's also the most efficient way to sponsor me as Tommy's will receive your money faster and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in tax will be added to your gift at no cost to you. (Though if you'd prefer to donate by cheque or cash, then that's no problem as I've got old-fashioned sponsorship forms too! :) )
Please help and sponsor me now!
Many thanks for your support.
cheers, Rob
Messages from those who have donated
Alan Maguire
Bargin ! Genuine reason for sale ! Selling due to upgrade ! Remember those happy days !! Well done Rob, Cheers - Alan
Jamie Nelson
good luck rob. smash through that wall on sunday !
Louise Duffy
good luck with it Rob !
Darren Gill
All the very best we'll be with you all the way!
Charlotte Massey
Wishing you lots of energy for Sunday! Good Luck
Nicola Sherborne
Good Luck !!!
Kingsley Duffy
Good luck with it Rob.
Suzanne Baxter
Made a donation
Barbara Bradley
Good Luck Rob!
Julie Dobbin
Good Luck Rob
Warren Jones
Made a donation
Kevin Harkin
Impressive effort ,Mr Parkin. All the best on the day. We'll forgive the missed passes and poor shots on the footie field for a week or two now !
Peter Hall
Great cause, all the best mate....never thought I'd see the day you ran 26 miles!
Christopher Trueman
Best of luck Robbie, looking forward to seeing you cross the finishing line!
Jennifer Perrie
Good Luck Rob- See if you can beat Simon Newton...
Janet Trueman
All the best, Rob. John and Janet
Caroline Healy
All the very best, Caroline
Victoria Walton
Good Luck Robert, love Ed, Vicky, Jessica & Charlotte Walton x
Jane Cox
We will be willing you on all the way, Well Done. Aunty Jane & Terry, Grandma Parkin, Keith and Uncle Des
Vincent Moran
Made a donation
Olwen Foley
Good Luck!
Craig Steele
I'm sure all the hours of training will be worth it. Good Luck!
Graeme Todd
Good Luck Rob
Sandy Fletcher
I will be routeing for you... Good luck.
Helen Welch
Good luck!
Darren Starr
Best of luck
Helen Booth
Hi Rob, Best of luck with this - it's a fantastic thing you are doing. We'll be with in you spirit but certainly not in body !!! Aunty Helen & Uncle Mike
Sarah Riley
Hi Rob I wasn't aware of this charity but it is one that strikes a chord with me as my daughter was still born at 25 week in Aug 06. I know you will be triaining hard and I'm sure you will finish in a good time. Don't over do it and enjoy the event. Cheers Sarah
David Griffin
Good luck Rob. Wear some crazy costume so we can pick you out on the tele!
Christopher Conibere
Made a donation
John Platt
This is special and therefore deserving of a special donation. Good luck and enjoy!
Joanna Stiles
Best of luck Rob - keep eating those Kit Kats
Simon Carsberg
Good luck Rob, see you at the finish for a few beers !
Carrie Bradley
Made a donation
Sally Worsley
Good luck, I'm sure you'll be, just keep on running.
Mark Heyes
Never thought I would see this!
Rachel Parkin
Made a donation
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Contact details
Tommy's, the baby charity
Nicholas House
3 Laurence Pountney Hill
London
EC4R 0BB
T: 08707 70 70 70
F: 08707 70 70 75
E: mailbox@tommys.org
© 2008 TOMMY'S THE BABY CHARITY is a registered charity no 1060508