London Landmarks half marathon success for Brian and Heather
The Rev Brian Harper and his wife Heather with their London Landmark half marathon medals.
Congratulations to the Rev Brian Harper, rector of Dunluce Parish, Bushmills, and his wife Heather who successfully completed the prestigious London Landmarks half marathon, raising more than £2,000 for Alzheimer’s Research UK and Dementia UK.
The marathon, which is held in Westminster with the route passing many of London’s most iconic sights, was held on April 7, with almost 19,000 runners taking part.
Brian and Heather are both Parkrun veterans and volunteers. While Brian has done a half marathon before, this was Heather’s first official 13.1 mile challenge, and both surprised themselves with their final times.
“Heather and I had an exceptionally enjoyable day running the London Landmarks half marathon,” Brian said.
“We started in Pall Mall and visited Trafalgar Square, the Strand, St Paul’s Cathedral, the Bow Bells, Tower Hill, the Embankment, Westminster and Whitehall, spurred on by an enthusiastic crowd including drums, bells, choirs and cheerleaders, as well as our granddaughters who had the task of supplying us with Jelly Babies at various locations!
“I completed the route in the official time of 2:26:26 and Heather finished at 2:49:06 – both well ahead of expectations!”
Brian continued: “Together, we have raised £1,685 in donations with £343.50 added on as Gift Aid – a total of £2,028.50 for Alzheimer’s Research UK and Dementia UK. Thank you to all who supported and encouraged us.”
Brian and Heather Harper at the end of the London Landmarks half marathon, the London Eye in the background.
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