Cllr Rosie Shimell

East Dulwich councillor Rosie Shimell has given her thanks for the support and donations received for her London marathon challenge earlier this month.

Rosie completed the 26 mile course in the sunshine on Sunday 21 April to raise funds for the Southwark News / Evelina Children’s Hospital appeal. She finished in 5 hours and 9 minutes – the fastest of the four people who ran for the Evelina appeal.

Speaking to the Southwark News after the marathon, Rosie said:

“It was amazing, especially the first part before the pain kicked in! I’d definitely recommend it to anyone thinking about signing up for next year.”

Southwark News has pledged to raise £100,000 for the hospital for the hospital via a variety of fundraising events throughout the year.

Donations still needed!!

Rosie is aiming to raise £2,000 for the cause and is still a few hundred pounds short after her marathon run! Can you help her hit her target by donating £10 or whatever you can afford to give? Rosie is grateful for all donations.

• Make a donation to Rosie’s marathon fundraiser online