WISHH Charity Announces Inspiring London Marathon Runners
The WISHH Charity is proud to announce its #TeamWISHH runners for the 2026 TCS London Marathon! After an overwhelming response to our ballot draw, we are thrilled to introduce our #FantasticFour. Four determined individuals who have each pledged to raise at least £2,500 to support WISHH and the hospital areas close to their hearts.
These inspiring runners are not only training for one of the world’s greatest marathon challenges, but are also championing incredible personal causes to enhance care for patients and families across Hull Royal Infirmary and Castle Hill Hospital.
Kim Burns, Head of Finance, Castle Hill Hospital. Kim’s celebrating 30 years of dedicated NHS service and her upcoming 50th birthday next year by running the London Marathon to raise funds to make a difference. Kim’s past fundraising provided spirometers for Motor Neuron Disease (MND) service and this time she’s focusing on raising funds towards MND service, major trauma and prostate robotic surgery. From bake sales to race nights, Kim is already planning to kick start her fundraising journey!
Support Kim: Donate Here
Rebecca Chatterton, Therapist, NHS Humber Maternal Mental Health Service
Rebecca is running in honour of families affected by baby loss, supporting WISHH’s Baby Loss Appeal. With both personal and professional insight into the heartbreak of losing a baby, Rebecca is championing the creation of a dedicated, sensitive hospital entrance and exit to support families affected.
Support Rebecca: Donate Here
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Charlotte Hardy, is taking on the London Marathon in aid of the WISHH Charity after losing her precious dad, Gerry last year. Her dad was a patient at Castle Hill and him and their family received outstanding care and compassion throughout his cancer journey. Charlotte wanted to give back herself, originally from Cottingham, Charlotte now lives in Norfolk with her family and whilst working for the NHS herself she is wanting to take on this challenge so more families can benefit from the work of WISHH others receive the same remarkable support.
Support Charlotte: Donate Here
Sam Wilson, Inspired by his mum’s care and fundraising. Sam’s mum, Louise Jackson raised over £30,000 for the Queen’s Centre following her cancer diagnosis, her courage and commitment lit the path for Sam to step up and join #TeamWISHH. Inspired by her tenacity and the outstanding care at Castle Hill, Sam is ready to take on the marathon in her honour of her legacy.
Support Sam: Donate Here
Join Us in Backing the #FantasticFour
Lisa Whitton of the WISHH Charity Team said, “These passionate runners are not just running 26.2 miles, they’re making every step count for local patients and their families. Let’s show them the strength of our community and help them reach their fundraising goals. Follow their journeys, cheer them on, and donate if you can. Every pound raised supports the vital work of the WISHH Charity in enhancing patient care at Hull Hospitals.”
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You can support the entire team here: https://2026tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/wishhcharity/profile