becky newman

London Marathon 2026

I’m running the London Marathon 2026 to fight for lung health!

I’m running the London Marathon this year in memory of the incredible people in my life who have battled respiratory illnesses.

My nan passed away after a tough fight with lung cancer, and my other nan lost her life to COPD. It’s been heartbreaking to watch the toll these conditions can take, and it’s something that has stayed with me ever since. My dad has also been diagnosed with COPD, and my mum lives with asthma—so respiratory health is a cause that’s close to my heart.

Two years ago, I was diagnosed with asthma myself. At first, it felt like a setback, but I decided to take control of my health. Since then, I’ve lost 4 stone in weight to help manage the condition, and it’s been one of the hardest, yet most rewarding journeys of my life.

This marathon is not just about running. It’s about raising awareness, honoring the memory of those I’ve lost, and continuing to fight for better respiratory health for everyone. If you can, please consider donating to support research, raise awareness, and help others battling conditions like lung cancer, COPD, and asthma.

Every little bit helps, and your support means the world to me. Thank you for being part of this journey with me xxx


Every minute, someone in the UK is diagnosed with a lung condition. I want to make a difference. I'm running the London Marathon 2026 for Asthma + Lung UK, the only UK charity that fights for everyone’s right to breathe. Every pound I'm able to raise will take us a step closer to a world where everyone has healthy lungs.

Just £22 allows one of Asthma + Lung UK's nurses to answer a call on the Helpline, offering potentially lifesaving advice. I'd be very grateful for any donations you could make!

My Achievements

Thank you to my Sponsors

£50

Dan & Faye

Good luck Becky! You will smash this xx

£30

David Jones

Smash the marathon! Love Dave and Patti xxx

£10

Sharon Tonkins

Good luck Becky love Greta

£25

Davies Clan X

Good luck Becky! What an inspiration to your girlies xx

£10

Vanessa Robinson

Good luck Becky ☺️

£10

Lucia Galdi

Good luck Becky!! x

£21

Karen Tonkins

Good luck

£10.50

Chris Daley

£31.50

Tim, Chantelle, Jesse And Jasmine

Amazing Becky, we’re so impressed with what you’re doing! From the Roberts’ x

£22

Karine Last

Well done Becky for taking the bull by the horns and best of luck with the marathon.

£21

Katy Cherry

Good Luck Becky

£100

Carrie Gates

£31.50

Tony Howell

You are only half the friend you use to be 😜👍❤️ Perhaps when you have done this boring run you can learn how to play golf and join the real athletes x

£25

Tess Clark

£51.45

Phil Clayton

£15

Emma Burley

Go on girl!!!!

£26.25

The Cuths

A £ a km for this weeks training!! So proud, your an inspiration 🥰

£10

Jax

£20

Tracey Long

You are amazing - you’ll smash it!

£25

Tracy Draper

Good luck Becky!

£21

Lisa Buxton

Good luck Becky!

£10

Susie Black

£52.50

Chris Catignani

£5.25

Susan Mallam-white

Good luck!

£15

Rob Cass

£20

Ross Sanders

Good luck Becky!

£40

Vi X

You'll Smash it hun!

£21

Megan Conway

Good luck Becky!! You can do it! Megan, Joe, Grace and Oscar x

£10

Charlotte Turner

Becky you are amazing, hope the training all goes well. You'll smash it!

£21

Nick Clifton

Good luck Becky!

£10

Simon Harrison

Good luck Becky.

£10.50

Jenna Ritchie

What an amazing cause. Best of luck Becky! Xx

£10

Liv

Good Luck Becky!

£21

Sylvie Le Delliou

Good luck Becky

£10.50

Elle

Such a worthy cause, Good luck xx

£5

Nix Wheaton

You've got this Becky!! xx

£5.25

Stacey Bohannon

£15

Henri De La Serve

Wishing you all the best!!!!

£25.20

Chris Parrish

Becky a very worthy cause, good luck with the run and I hope you reach your target.

£10

Zoe S

Good luck Becky! Well done on your achievements so far! Go smash this next challenge out of the park! You've got this! Lots of love x

£5.25

Abbie Lawson

Team breathe giving day x

£20

Simon Tonkins

Love Dad x

£10

Amey Cook

Good luck Bec ❤️ I know you will smash it xx

£26.25

Garwood’s

Smash it Becky

£10.50

Steve Johnson

From Steve Johnson (waitrose) great cause and good luck

£15.75

Ness X

Wow, go Becky! You will smash it x

£15.75

Pete

Good luck in meeting your donations target & achieving the marathon in 2026

£52.50

Paul Tatum

Hope you reach target. From your favourite uncle x

£42

Lightbowns ❤️

Goodluck Becky! You are absolutely going to smash this and we will be cheering you on every step of your marathon journey! X

£26.25

Hannah Cuthbertson

To the most inspirational human, you’ve totally got this… your journey this year has been nothing short of incredible. We are so proud and I will be there with you every step…this is the first donation of many! Forever proud of you, Han,

£100

Sharon Tonkins

Go smash it Becky so proud of you xxx

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