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After losing two family members to brain conditions within three months, Elliot is taking on the Manchester Marathon.
This story
Within three months, Elliot lost his grandmother to Parkinson's disease and his stepdad Martin to a sudden stroke, shortly followed by his father being diagnosed with Parkinson's. Having previously completed two half marathons, he decided to take on the 26.2-mile Manchester Marathon in April 2027. He is raising money for Brain Research UK to support research into conditions affecting the brain.
Where you could take it
Join Elliot on a training run to hear about Martin and how his family navigated multiple diagnoses and losses in such a short time.
Where it happens
Manchester
The charity
- Charity: Brain Research Trust
- Registration number: 1137560
- Based in: London, England