Make content about: Lydia is running the London Marathon
After her dad survived a sudden cardiac arrest, Lydia is taking on the London Marathon to thank his hospital team.
This story
In May 2025, Lydia's dad suffered a sudden cardiac arrest at work and spent months in hospital with an uncertain future. After a difficult recovery that she describes as miraculous, he was discharged home. She is now preparing to run the London Marathon to raise money for the units that saved him.
Where you could take it
Join Lydia on a training run to hear about her dad's recovery and what taking on the marathon means to her family.
Where it happens
UK
The charity
- Charity: Leicester Hospitals Charity
- Registration number: 1056804
- Based in: Leicester