Runners from across Buckinghamshire are gearing up before taking on the London Marathon in aid of a good cause next weekend (April 23).

Sisters Amber and Lia Stubbings from Chalfont St Peter will be tackling the course together in aid of Rennie Grove.

Amber is no stranger to the famous route having run it in 2019.

She said: “It’s the most amazing thing in the world. When I ran it in 2019 I just didn’t want it to be over!

Lia added: “I first got a place to run the London Marathon for Rennie Grove when I was 24 and by the time I run it, I’ll be 28.

"So I’ve waited a long time for this! Some of the things I’m most looking forward to are Tower Bridge and the finish line. I can’t wait to experience everything everybody tells me about running over Tower Bridge and crossing the finish line. And more importantly, doing it with my sister and for a great cause.”

Daisy Lord from Chalfont St Giles has also waited a long time to take up her Rennie Grove place on the start line. 

She said: “I decided to take on the London Marathon in aid of Rennie Grove after my grandma was cared for by the charity before she died in 2017. The service the nurses provided was incredible and I really wanted to give back to ensure other families can access the same level of care.

“I was lucky enough to secure a place in the 2019 race but had to postpone my place due to a broken arm. And then the pandemic scuppered my delayed plans.

"I did run the virtual London Marathon in 2021 but that was quite a slog – running in the rain without the atmosphere and support of the real event. Everyone says the atmosphere at the London Marathon is amazing so I can’t wait to soak that up.”