A former soldier from Broad Hinton is today (Monday) attempting to smash the British record for running non-stop on a treadmill, in memory of his late wife.
Andrew Hughes (43) is attempting to clock up more than 135 miles in 24 hours – and is guaranteed a place in the record books if he does it.
The marathon feat is underway at Broad Hinton primary school where his daughter, Carys (5), is a pupil.
Andrew, who served with the King’s Troop, and Claire Hughes were married in 2007, and learned about Claire’s cervical cancer upon their return from honeymoon. Claire died in September 2009.
By the start of his run, Andrew had raised over £1,000 for charity, and hopes to reach a fundraising total of £2,000. Three quarters of the total will be donated to Macmillan Cancer Support, who supported the family during Claire’s illness, while 25 percent is earmarked for school funds.
Donations have included pocket money from children at the school.
Andrew said: “After witnessing how Claire coped with such dignity through all her treatment I am sure I can run for 24 hours.”
To support Andrew’s fundraising appeal, go to the JustGiving page.
