Matthew's run

Matthew Rawlingson Plant

I decided to run the London Marathon for the PDS because my late grandmother struggled with Parkinson’s for the last 17 years of her life.

It was her struggle that gave me the drive to go out and train in the pouring rain, dark evenings and even after Sunday lunches.

To help my fundraising I decided to organise a ball. I had such an amazing response from friends and family that I even had to set up a waiting list for tickets.

Some very kind people sent me sponsorship money even though they couldn’t come!

When Marathon Sunday actually arrived I felt nervous - I didn’t know anyone, but the PDS email forum made me feel part of a team and one that I was proud to run for!

Thank you to all my sponsors and the crowds for their amazing support along the whole route!

Would I do it again? You bet I would!