Dorset and New Forest locals prepare for London Marathon

On April 26, numerous participants are set to join the world’s largest one-day fundraising event, the London Marathon. Competitors, including Alexandra Stevens, 64, and Jim Legg, 40, will run not just for fitness, but to support causes like Bowel Cancer UK and Children with Cancer UK. Many runners are motivated by personal experiences, such as family health struggles. Other participants aim to raise funds for charities like MS Society and Kidney Research UK. Among them are both seasoned competitors and first-timers, showcasing a strong community spirit and diverse charitable aims, including mental health and children’s services.

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