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I personally have a lot to thank the Marsden for

2025 was, without question, the most difficult year of my life. It had started great , but between March and May, my girlfriend and I experienced the devastating loss of seven close family members and friends. Among them was my brother, whose passing, under deeply distressing circumstances, profoundly shook me and left me carrying a heavy sense of guilt.

As the year progressed, things began to stabilise slightly. However, in August, I attended a routine PSA blood test. For the past five years, I have been closely monitored every 3–6 months due to consistently elevated levels. This time, my PSA rose to 12.9—well above the threshold of concern. My consultant recommended further biopsies, despite previous tests three years earlier returning negative results.

In November, I underwent another round of biopsies. This time, the results were positive. It was a moment that completely changed my world. Given my relatively young age, I was advised to undergo surgery at The Royal Marsden in Fulham, under the care of a leading specialist using advanced nerve-sparing robotic technology. While this offered reassurance, I found myself experiencing intense anxiety and panic—something entirely new to me. The lead-up to surgery was incredibly challenging; I lost a significant amount of weight and struggled with persistent catastrophic thinking. These feelings continued even after the procedure, and it was suggested that the cumulative impact of the year may have led to a form of emotional breakdown.

Throughout this journey, The Royal Marsden has been exceptional. Not only did they provide outstanding medical care, but they are also supporting me with ongoing psychological counselling. In addition, I found great comfort at Maggie’s Centre, their drop-in facility, where trained professionals offer invaluable emotional support.

Now, four months after surgery, I am recovering well ( although I can still get anxious at times) and feel a strong desire to give something back to this extraordinary hospital. Cancer is affecting more people than ever; since my own diagnosis, a close friend of mine—my age—has undergone the same procedure, and a lovely long time friend unfortunately lost he’s battle a week or so before my surgery . 

The work being carried out at The Royal Marsden is vital, not only in treating patients but also in advancing research to develop pioneering methods to combat this disease.

At some point, cancer will touch all of our lives—whether personally or through someone we care about. I urge all my male friends over 50 to get a PSA test done as prostate cancer often shows no symptoms at all . 
With that in mind, I am asking for your support.

A small team of us—currently six ( but adding more) walkers, including others in our team  who have also been treated in the past, are taking part in a fundraising walk in aid of The Royal Marsden. If you are able, I would be incredibly grateful for any donation, no matter the size, to support their life-saving work.

You are also warmly invited to join us on the walk or come along to show your support on the day. Every contribution—whether through donations, participation, or encouragement—makes a big meaningful difference.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for any support you are able to give

Together we walk!

We're supporting The Royal Marsden, a world-leading cancer centre. By donating to my page, their nurses, doctors, and research teams can provide the very best care and develop life-saving treatments. Together, we can save the lives of cancer patients everywhere. Please support me today. 

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£100

Richard W.

A worthy cause mate. All the best.

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Ian N

Let's go baddies!!

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Joshua Christmas

Well done dawn top work x

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Brandon

Proud of you always X

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Bob Harrington

£50

Howell

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Deb & Mark

Love You ❤️❤️❤️

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Darren Tomlin

Well done Jason and sorry you've had such an awful time x Have fun along the way..!

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Tristan Scott

Sorry to hear of your tough year mate. Great charity which is close to my heart as well as I lost my Dad to bowel cancer in 2022

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Paul Parr

Great idea men, but dont stop of in pubs on the way 🤣🤣

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Alison & Nigel

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Kirsty & Matt

Very worthy cause, well done to you all. Wishing you all the best of luck.

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Laura Cook

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Dave Beggins

Good luck guys great cause. Respect to u all🙌🙌

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Lynn Taylor

Well done Sal, great cause love Roy & Lynn xxx

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Debby And Dave

Great cause well done x

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Lesley Carol Pam

Good luck to all from Lesley Carol and Pam

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Danielle Moxom

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Laura Deane-armstrong

Well done everyone we will be cheering you on !!! Laura & Ray Xx

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Grace Ashbolt

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Robert Hall

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Lucy Lockyer

Well done Jay and so sorry you’ve had the worst year. Best of luck xx

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Jeff Green

Good luck Jason

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Dick

Well done to all ..your be making a difference with every step 🥰🥰

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Clare Eyles

A great cause xx

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Jenny Poolman

Well done guys..good luck ❤️

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Abbie Coughlan

Proud of you Dad and your resilience. Good luck to you all. You’ve got this! Abbie, Jack and the girls xxx

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Emma & Charlie

Good Luck Sally! You can do it! Love Emma & Charlie xx

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Mick A

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Jda

Al the best

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Jessica Hall

Strongest woman I know. Love you x

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Georgia Harber

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Mike & Paula

Good Luck Dawn! xx

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Sharon Danks

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Mike & Paula

Top Job! Well done!

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Barbara Thompson Ltd

Good luck and I hope you raise lots of money

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Mark Ackers

Fantastic fund raising activity. Jason and everyone involved, you are absolute legends. Well done everyone 👏 👍

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Harry Parker

£10

Disco

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Luca Batts

Hi dawn best of luck hope it all goes well

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Darcey Knight

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Megan Thompson

good luck dawn love you x

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Maddison Hotston

❤️❤️❤️

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Jo Taylor

Good luck JDA & team and well done on pushing through what sounds like an awful year. A great charity to walk for 🧡

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Leo Basley

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Mia Hall

Good luck, lots of love xx

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Shelly

Good luck dad x

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Jeanette

Your all amazing 👏

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Liz Mayger

Good luck. Sorry to hear you've had a tough time Jason and wish you well for the future.

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Debbie And Bootsie

You definitely the glam part of the team. Go girl xx

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Lorraine Paula Moxham

good luck Sally my Kierans doing this one too xx

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Jason Deane Armstrong

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Adrian Bolton

Mate. Hope you're well

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Craig Temple

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Tamar

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Simon & Jane

Best of luck with the walk

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