One of our incredible supporters, Kieran Hemming from Priorslee, Telford, will be pulling on his trainers and heading to the capital later this month to take on the iconic London Marathon – all in support of Hope House Children’s Hospices.

Kieran was lucky enough to secure a place in the marathon ballot and didn’t hesitate to choose Hope House as his charity, after seeing first-hand the difference we make for children with life-threatening conditions.

"Some of the children I have worked with have actually used Hope House and all the care and services have been so amazing for them.”

“I work with children that have additional needs,” said the 29-year old. “Some of the children I have worked with have actually used Hope House and all the care and services have been so amazing for them.”

“When I got the place on the London Marathon I decided to raise money to help the charity which provides such amazing care to families in the area.”

Despite being new to long-distance running, Kieran’s determination hasn’t wavered – even with the recent arrival of his baby boy, Dexter, with his partner Kelsey.

“I’ve been quite lucky that he’s been a good sleeper,” said Kieran. “It’s meant that I’ve been able to get out and train.”

On Sunday, April 27th, Kieran will proudly be wearing his Hope House T-shirt as he crosses the famous finish line on The Mall, cheered on by friends, family, and all of us here at Hope House.

“I can’t wait for the experience of getting down there now and to wear the Hope House colours. I will have some friends and family cheering me on along the way too!”

"We wish Kieran all the very best for the London Marathon"

Our Fundraiser, Dawn Ball, shared her excitement: “We wish Kieran all the very best for the London Marathon. Thanks to his amazing efforts and training he’ll be raising money to ensure we can be here to help local children with a life-threatening condition to live their best life."

“We’ll all be keeping an eye out for Kieran on the television and be cheering him on from Hope House. Good luck!”

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