Inspirational father of three takes on 10k challenge while undergoing gruelling chemotherapy

Sebastian Clegg, a barrister from Northwich, was diagnosed with bowel cancer in 2022. Despite currently undergoing a gruelling regime of chemotherapy, at The Christie Hospital, he is going to take on the Altrincham 10k on Sunday 1st September for The Christie Charity.

Last summer he was told the cancer had spread and is now stage 4. It is inoperable.

Despite currently undergoing a gruelling regime of chemotherapy every two weeks at The Christie hospital which is shrinking the tumours, but which can leave him feeling very weak and unwell, he is going to take on the Altrincham 10k this Sunday 1^st September for The Christie Charity. His 19-year-old daughter Olivia will be taking part as well.

Sebastian has had radiotherapy, surgery and chemotherapy at The Christie.

Sebastian says:

“It is thanks to The Christie I am alive. Everyone at The Christie is amazing. They are so kind and keep me in the best of spirits. Such is the warmth and care, a little bit of me actually looks forward to my chemotherapy appointments.”

As well as Olivia, Sebastian has two other children, Georgina 23 and Edward 22 and his wife Abigail.

Alicia Gaffey, mass participation events co-ordinator at The Christie Charity, says:

“Taking on a 10k run is a challenge for anyone, but to do it while undergoing chemotherapy really is impressive. It takes a lot of courage and strength to cope with a cancer diagnosis, but to then focus your energies on training and fundraising while undergoing gruelling treatment is truly inspirational. We are very grateful to Sebastian and Olivia for their commitment and support.”

To support the work of The Christie Charity, please go to:

 Donate today (christie.nhs.uk) 

...or ring 0161 446 3988.

The Christie Charity supports the work of The Christie NHS Foundation Trust providing enhanced services over and above what the NHS funds. This includes money for care and treatment, research, education, and extra patient services. Gifts from the public make a huge difference to the care and treatment that The Christie is able to provide to patients and their families.

Seb Clegg is fundraising for THE CHRISTIE CHARITY (justgiving.com)

Pictured - (l-r) Sebastian Clegg and his daughter Olivia.