Keighley Runner Tom Baker Tackles Paris Marathon for Sue Ryder

Tom Baker, age 27, will run a marathon. He supports Sue Ryder Manorlands Hospice. Tom saw their great care firsthand. His great grandad spent his last days there. Also, his girlfriend’s mom, Nina King, got care from Sue Ryder.

She passed away six years ago. His girlfriend, Tahani, speaks well of Sue Ryder.

They helped her family in a tough time. Hearing this made Tom want to give back. Tom picked the Paris Marathon for this challenge. It sounded like a unique race experience.

The course is fast and flat, he said. It will be special to run past famous sites. Tom’s training went well, until he got a cold. Family and friends keep him going.

Tahani is proud and encourages his runs. She appreciates his help for Sue Ryder. He ran 27km for his 27th birthday. It was a special moment. Tahani supported that birthday run too.

Martin and Laura joined him. They will also run in Paris for the hospice. Tom is inspired by the support he sees. People shared Sue Ryder stories with him. He realized how many they helped.

Even old friends shared stories with Tom. He wants to raise £1,000 for this charity. You can support Tom’s fundraising online.