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Lacing up for demenita – fundraising for those that matter at the Brighton Marathon Weekend

We’re incredibly proud of Team Tapestry who laced up for dementia and took on various distances on 12 April 2026.  Following on from the successful 1/2 marathon in March, we had 5 x 10K runners and 1 marathon runner, Johnny. 
 
“It was amazing to be part of Team Tapestry and I will hopefully be involved with you guys even more in the future. Thank you for including me.”
 
“Thank you so much for the opportunity to support you with your lovely charity. I will continue to spread the word about all your hard work with the charity.”
 
We’re truly honoured to have had Johnny, Hannah and our brilliant 10k team run to support our work.  THANK YOU.
Dementia Day Club - Tapestry Day Club Brighton marathon fundraising event April 2026
Dementia Day Club - Tapestry Day Club Brighton marathon fundraising event April 2026
Johnny, our long distance runner! 
 
Johnny’s journey began in 2011 after his mum was diagnosed with early-onset dementia. What started as one marathon to “do something positive” has become 15 years, 25 marathons, and thousands raised for dementia charities.
Johnny ran not only in memory of his mum, but also in support of others – including his mother-in-law, who benefits from Tapestry Day Club each week.
 
Johnny reflects, “The most beautiful verb in the world after ‘to love’ is ‘to help.”
 
“For me, this captures everything that brilliant charities like Tapestry Day Club stand for. Following affection, active compassion, and support are the most crucial, beautiful actions that we can all take”.
 
Hannah completed the Brighton Half Marathon on Sunday 1 March in some very challenging weather conditions, not only did she take on the challenge of running 13.1 miles but also some horrendous March weather!  For Hannah, this was her first time running in an event at this distance.  Thank you.
 
“Thank you so much everyone! I’m so pleased, it was so hard but incredible! Back home now to eat lots of carbs!” And well deserved.
 
Hannah was inspired to run for Tapestry as she has seen at first hand the benefits of the day as her mother Trudi is one of our amazing and valued hosts.
 
Want to join an event and help support older people with early-stage dementia and their families, then do get in contact and we will find the perfect event for you!
Dementia Day Club - Tapestry Day Club Brighton marathon fundraising event April 2026

Published: 14 April 2026

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