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Total raised so far

81%

£407.00 of £500 target +£91.75 Gift Aid See breakdown

Emma Clarkson’s York Marathon

Emma Clarkson is raising money for Dementia Forward


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My story

After a few friends asked me what my next challenge was, I decided (somewhat stupidly!) to sign up for a marathon. I’ve completed the Robin Hood Half Marathon before, but never a full marathon.

I also wanted to raise money for a charity that has a personal connection to my other half, Harry. His father, Ranjit, sadly passed away in December 2024 after living with dementia.


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My updates

Run to plan 11km with head coach. A warm one 😎

11.5km distance
1:06:47 time
5:39min/km speed

I’ve signed up for York Marathon in October after picking up a running magazine. Last time I ever read one of those! I’m doing it for Dementia Forward, as Harry’s Dad passed away 2024 at Christmas and lived with Dementia. I’ve started the plan, said easy

6005m distance
0:35:13 time
5:52min/km speed

A loop around Clumber Lake while Dad followed behind on the bike and Mum walked a bit 🥰

7008m distance
0:41:46 time
5:54min/km speed

Burn - I did! 🥹

0m distance
0:27:34 time
5:54min/km speed

This page is in memory of

Ranjit Banga

Charity

Dementia Forward

Charity number: 1148225

Event

Altra Yorkshire Marathon 2026

18th October 2026

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5 0 . 9 km Total distance
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Recent donations

By 9 supporters

Sam and Harj

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

What a great cause and a lovely background story. I wish you all the best Emma.

Gary Simpkins

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

Yvonne

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

Great cause! Go smash it Emma! 💕xxx

Steve Shabba Donnelly

£50.00

+ £12.50 Gift Aid

Go and smash it Emma a great cause and in memory to an awesome man -father-in-law (Pitaji) Love from The Donnellys x

Jan Smith

£20.00

I’ll be with with every step of the way - mentally at least 🥰

Zena Unitt

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

Good Luck FFF… you’re amazing 🤩

Dawn Vaughn

£20.00

+ £5.00 Gift Aid

I know you will smash it Emma! X

Freda

£20.00

Go on Emma!

Stephanie Llewellyn

£10.00

+ £2.50 Gift Aid

All the best Emma, a great cause. ❤️

Harry

£157.00

+ £39.25 Gift Aid

Dad’s birthday was 15th July and £157 felt the right donation. As you know Dad would say make sure you do your yoga!!! My love and support will be with you for every step of the journey and at the finish line. Bless you for being you baby.

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