London Landmarks Half Marathon in aid of Tommy’s, the UK’s leading pregnancy and baby loss charity

In this episode, we explore how students and staff at Downe House came together to run the London Landmarks Half Marathon, raising over £17,000 for Tommy’s charity. Hear from students and staff about the planning, training, and community spirit behind this inspiring event.

Key topics:

• Hettie, Head Girl, shares how she organised the school’s participation and fundraising efforts
• Insights into the training process from Olivia and Violet Rose, including the Couch to 5K programme
• The emotional and practical experiences from race day, capturing the energy and community support
• The strategic charity choice — supporting women through Tommy’s during challenging pregnancies and births
• The impact of such events on school community, leadership skills, and student confidence
• Staff reflections on the significance of fundraising and community engagement for student development
• How student-led initiatives like this leave lasting legacies and life skills beyond school

Links:

https://www.tommys.org