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About Paddy Aarons

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Recently, my grandad was diagnosed with Motor Neurone Disease (MND). 

Motor Neuron Disease (MND) is a progressive neurological condition damaging nerve cells (motor neurons) controlling muscles, leading to weakness, wasting, and paralysis, with common types including ALS, affecting movement, speech, and breathing. 

So I'll be running the Guernsey Marathon (my first marathon) for the Motor Neurone Disease Assosiation. 

The Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association is the leading charity in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland dedicated to providing care, support, and research for people affected by Motor Neurone Disease, funding research for a cure, and campaigning to improve services and raise awareness for the condition, which affects nerves controlling movement. They offer help through their helpline (MND Connect), local volunteer networks, support centres, and by advocating for better access to care and resources for individuals and families living with MND. 

I'd like to do this to not only raise money for a fantastic cause, but also to hopefully make Grandad proud whilst he's still with us. Although, I'm sure he'll tell me I'm mad and that running is a waste of time. 

Why Guernsey? Well, my Nanna’s ashes are scattered here (Grandad’s wife). So it is also a little tribute to her - she loved it here. Plus I am doing it with the one and only Guernsey native ….my mate Dan Brown. :) 

 So.... I need your help to make this happen.

PLEASE DONATE. Pennies or pounds, anything is greatly appreciated. See you in Guernsey...

Love, Paddy xxx

Fundraising Information

This fundraising page benefits the following good cause:

Motor Neurone Disease Association

MND is the short term for motor neurone disease, which affects the nerves known as motor neurones. These nerves are found in the brain and spinal cord and they help tell your muscles what to do.
We’re here to help everyone living with and affected by MND access the help and support you need. Whether you want to speak to us over the phone, connect with others affected by MND or find local support, find out about the different ways we can help you

Registration Number: 294354
Website: https://www.mndassociation.org/

About Sure Guernsey Marathon 2026

The Sure Guernsey Marathon will take place on Sunday 19 April 2026 and the details are as follows:

Sure Guernsey Marathon:
The Race will start at 09.00hrs in St Peter Port and takes you through some of the Island’s most scenic areas of country lanes, beautiful coast and some of Guernsey's most iconic landmarks. The route will take you along country lanes and traffic-controlled roads. All of the races will be run in accordance with UK Athletics Rules. Minimum age is 18 on the day.

Mourant Relay Race:
The Relay Race, kindly sponsored by Mourant, starts at 09.30hrs in St Peter Port and runners will run clockwise around the coast of Guernsey. You will be running alongside competitors in the Marathon Race.  You can participate in teams of 5 or teams of 2. This really is a fantastic opportunity for people of all levels of fitness to participate in a big race atmosphere.

Teams of 5

  • Teams of five runners will compete on the full marathon course with sections varying from 4- 6miles.
  • Relay Race Runners taking part in the 5-team race must be aged 16 years or above on the day of the race.

Teams of 2

  • Teams of two runners will compete on the full marathon course, with the relay station being at the halfway point around the course.
  • Relay Race Runners taking place in the 2-team race must be aged 17 years or above on the day of the race.


The Mile:

The Sure Guernsey Marathon Mile starts at 10:00hrs in St Peter Port. A special course around the path & streets of St Peter Port is designed just for The Mile runners and the race is both a good competition and a fun way to take part in the day. 

  • The Mile is open to everyone over 6 years of age.
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19th Apr 2026
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Recent Donations

James Savage

13 Jan

£5.00

"Great work Paddy, sending my love and support !! "

Anthony

12 Jan

£50.00

Well done paddy I'm sure grandad and all the family are very proud and we are sure you are going to smash it. Love Tony and J...

Harrison

12 Jan

£20.00

"What a great cause. Well done mate. "

Harry Spear

12 Jan

£10.00

"Amazing cause, go well!"

Claude

11 Jan

£50.00

"Enjoyed playing cricket with both you boys Paddy and Charlie. A wonderful cause well done."

Ben Westbrook-Burr

11 Jan

£10.00

"Love it paddy! Fantastic charity, go smash it "

Paul

11 Jan

"Good luck, Paddy!"

Helen

11 Jan

£100.00

"Good luck Paddy! Well done for supporting your wonderful Grandad and the MND cause. Love & hugs Helen x"

Sue

11 Jan

£20.00

"Good luck Paddy. Hope you make lots of money. Sue Smee"

Auntie Tracy

11 Jan

£100.00

"Go and make Grandad proud! Uncle Nick will double this pledge if you break 3 hours 30mins. "

Beedle

11 Jan

£5.00

"Gowan Paddy!! You will smash this, good luck xx"

Mum and Dad

09 Jan

£200.00

"Fantastic Paddy! What a brilliant way to support Grandad. #COYPaddy"

Emily MacGregor

09 Jan

£5.00

"Go Paddy! Good luck xxx"

Saskia Osman

09 Jan

£5.00

"Good luck x"

Sam Allsop

08 Jan

£10.00

"Best of luck mate."

Ed Bev

08 Jan

£20.00

"Love it Paddy. A place in my heart due to family that went through the same. Smash it mate!"

Rob Walsh

08 Jan

£10.00

"Well in Paddy "

Woody Morrison

08 Jan

£5.00

"Good luck mate. Great cause "

Billy M

08 Jan

£10.00

"Good luck beating my time g. All the best x"

Daniel Brown

08 Jan

£10.00

"Absolute legend! Cannot wait to do this with you Rico! "

Eli

08 Jan

£10.00

"Great cause to support Pads, Go well brother "

Phil Neale

08 Jan

£10.00

"Go on mush !! "


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