A teacher has raised more than £12,000 after running six marathons.
Andy Taylor, from Northwood College, completed the challenge in memory of his mother-in-law, raising £12,374 for the Paul Strickland Scanner Centre at Mount Vernon Hospital.
The centre cared for his late mother-in-law, Margaret (Marg) Gross, during her cancer treatment.
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Mr Taylor said: "It’s been 10 years since Marg, my wonderful mother-in-law, sadly died from cancer. Marg received care from Paul Strickland Scanner Centre, whose vital work focuses on early diagnosis and saving lives.
"This challenge is my way of continuing to support the incredible difference they make to so many families while honouring Marg’s memory – I know she would be incredibly proud."
The marathons began with the Doughnut Dash in Sunbury-on-Thames on January 11 and finished in Mrs Gross’s hometown at the Great Limerick Run on May 3. Other events included the Brighton Marathon, the Windsor 50 Mile Ultra Challenge, and the Tribe Race in Chalfont St Peters.
Mr Taylor not only completed all six marathons but also surpassed his original fundraising target of £10,000, thanks to generous donations from friends, family, colleagues and pupils.
Pupils in years 4, 5 and 6 at Northwood College also contributed by completing sponsored laps of the school field.
Mr Taylor said: "They did very well and brought in an amazing amount of donations. Every donation received, no matter the size, will help this amazing charity continue its life-saving work – thank you so much for your support."
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