Nicky Baker’s ‘More than a Marathon’ challenge

With two decades of experience in hospice and palliative care, including the last three years at Myton, Nicky is a valued member of our team, bringing a wealth of expertise and passion.

Nicky shared:

As a doctor at The Myton Hospices I know only too well the importance of the care they provide. It is a privilege to be part of such an amazing team and be able to play a small role in the work of the hospice to enhance the lives of so many people, at a time when it is needed most.

Every time I put my trainers on and enjoy a run it reminds me how lucky I am to be able to do just that. So why not set myself a challenge that combines the two things I am most passionate about promoting - palliative care and running - it can only be a win win for everyone!

So here's what Nicky's 'More than a Marathon' involves:

1.  Running the Manchester Marathon on Sunday 14th April
2.  Running (virtually) 269 miles from Manchester to Amsterdam - of course via all 3 Myton Hospices
3. Running the Amsterdam Marathon on Sunday 20th October

Nicky explains how you can support her: 

1.  Just make a donation - simple as that!
2.  Donate £20 to have a mile (or the finishing straight) of the Manchester or Amsterdam marathons dedicated to someone special - just pick a mile and leave it with the name of your loved one in the comments.
3.  Donate £10 to sponsor a 5 mile leg of the run to Amsterdam. In return you get to pick the route, special challenge, a fancy dress outfit or whatever takes your fancy - the world is your oyster (within reason!). You could even choose to join me! Write your request in your donation comment!
4.  Make a donation and in return enter a sweepstake to guess the total time in hours and minutes it will take me to run both marathons and the 629 miles from Manchester to Amsterdam. Just leave your predicted time in your donation comment and you will be in with the chance to win a prize for the nearest time! 

Nicky is hoping to raise £5,000 from her challenge, which could fund the running cost of our Inpatient Unit at Coventry Myton Hospice for one day.

Sponsor Nicky and help her reach her target today!

Nicky added:

I know the value that palliative care and Myton give to our local community. Last year, we supported more than 1,700 people and their families in our three hospices, via our patient & family support services, and in the community through our Myton at Home service. The work we do is truly amazing.