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Friends Run 150 Miles Around M25 to Support Children with Cancer

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Two friends from Orpington and Epsom, Malcolm Barbour and Nick Bird, are set to run a marathon around the M25 in September to raise money for Solving Kids' Cancer UK, a charity that Nick has been involved with for over a decade. Nick's son, Adam, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in 2009 and passed away in 2013, prompting Nick's dedication to the charity. The duo will be running 150 miles along the London Outer Orbital Path, also known as the London LOOP, to raise funds for children and families affected by neuroblastoma.

Key Takeaways:

  • Malcolm Barbour and Nick Bird, both 54, will run a 150-mile marathon around the M25 in September to support children with cancer.
  • The event aims to raise money for Solving Kids' Cancer UK, a charity that Nick has been involved with since 2009.
  • Nick's son, Adam, was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in 2009 and passed away in 2013, prompting Nick's dedication to the charity.
  • The duo has been training for four months to prepare for the challenge, which includes running 100-mile ultras but with a much longer route.
  • They will start and finish the marathon at Nick's family home in Epsom, with the aim of completing the course by the evening of Sunday, September 14, or early Monday morning.
  • The event has already raised £3,370, exceeding the initial goal of £1,500.
  • Anyone can donate to Nick and Malcolm through the London LOOP site, and track their progress through QR codes on their backs.

Statistics:

  • The London LOOP route is 150 miles long, whereas the M25 is 117 miles.
  • The marathon will take place on Saturday, September 13, at 4am, and the duo aims to complete the course by the evening of Sunday, September 14.
  • Nick has been involved with Solving Kids' Cancer UK for over a decade, including serving as chair of trustees since 2018.
  • The charity aims to raise awareness and funds for children and families affected by neuroblastoma.
  • Nick was awarded an MBE in the 2025 New Year's Honours for his services to childhood cancer research and family support.

Sources:

  • [Source - In-depth interview with Malcolm Barbour and Nick Bird]
  • [Source - Information about Solving Kids' Cancer UK charity]
  • [Source - Details about the London LOOP route and marathon]
  • [Source - M25 motorway information]
  • [Source - Childhood Cancer Awareness Month]
  • [Source - Nick Bird's MBE award]

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