Why I’m fundraising...
I’m taking part in the Manchester Marathon 2026 to raise funds and awareness in aid of Target Ovarian Cancer, the UK's leading ovarian cancer charity. They target what’s important to stop ovarian cancer devastating lives – that means symptoms awareness, life-saving early diagnosis, better treatments and support for everyone affected by ovarian cancer.
Please support my fundraising, and together we’ll transform the future for everyone diagnosed with ovarian cancer.
My Updates
I’m running a marathon!
Friday 9th JanWell.. I said I’d never run again after my first marathon but here I am again! This year I’m taking on my second marathon, and I’ll be running the Manchester Marathon in support of Target Ovarian Cancer — a cause that’s very close to my heart.
My aunty Christine sadly suffered with ovarian cancer, and I’m running in her memory and for everyone affected by this disease.
Ovarian cancer is often diagnosed late because its symptoms can be vague and easily missed. Target Ovarian Cancer works tirelessly to improve early diagnosis, fund vital research, and support women and families through an incredibly difficult time.
Training for the Manchester Marathon is tough, but it’s nothing compared to what those living with ovarian cancer face every day. Every mile I run is for Christine, and every donation — big or small — will help make a real difference.
Thank you so much for supporting me, for supporting this charity, and for helping to change the future of ovarian cancer.
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Melissa Coombs
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Lesley Brown
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Katie White
Good luck! From Katie, John, Ellie and the boys x
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Lesley Seatree
Good luck Gemma. You will smash it! X
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Steph Parry
Good luck Gem, you’ll smash it and we’ll be cheering you on! Xx
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The Phillips'
Good luck Gemma, you'll smash it!
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Sarah & Sean
Good luck Gem!
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Lesley Seatree
Good luck Gemma x
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Rachel Gibson
Well done for completing the marathon for such a great cause - an amazing achievement. Rach, Martin, Camilla and Sienna xx
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Steve Hammonds
Good luck Gemma xx
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Bethany Jenkinson
Good luck From Betty & Jordan
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Chloe + Andy
Good luck Gem xx
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Anne Madden
Love from Anne xx
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Claire Johnson
You are amazing Gemma. Mum would be so proud of you and will be looking down cheering you on for sure. Good luck! Claire, James, Ellie and Mae xxxxx
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Phillip Hammonds
Love from Phil, Sally, Mike & Katie xxx
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Karen
Good Luck Gemma! We'll be cheering you on!
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Kerry Williams
Good luck Gemma x
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Moya & Steve
Good luck Gemma 💜 xx
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Nick
Good luck Gemma. You can do it
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Alex And Ryan
Go on Gemma!! From Alex and Ryan
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Anthony M Cadman
Good luck Gemma, I know you'll smash it.
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Gemma
Kicking off the donations
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Helen, Dom, Charlie And Joshua Xx
You’ll smash it Gemma! Excited to watch on sidelines!
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The Mccreesh Crew
Good luck Gemma you’ve got this 🏃♀️ Love Julie, Denis & Brody
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Sandra Wareing
Good Luck Gemma.
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Gillian Pratt
Good luck Gemma! All our love Gill & Andy xxx
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Cara Livesey
Good luck Gemma! We’ll be out cheering you on!
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Dad
Good luck Gemma x
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Julie Mccreesh
2nd marathon but the most special as your running for your auntie Christine and a fantastic cause. Good luck Gemma let’s smash this 🤞
Go and smash it. So proud of you ❤️