🏃♂️ Welcoming James Ashforth to the Devon leg!
Based in Axminster, James is a seasoned runner who never shies away from an opportunity to support causes close to his heart. He’s raised over £7,000 this year for @tommys , running in honour of his three baby angels who inspire every step.
And yes… Rusty the Robin — his iconic alter ego — is officially back next year. He’ll be attempting the Guinness World Record for the fastest half marathon dressed as a 3D bird 🐦 thanks to the brilliant team at @londonlandmarkshalf .
All while training for, and supporting the @marathonsformiracles mission. Legend.
Running soundtrack 🎵 — Edge of Glory, Lady Gaga
Post-run refuel 😋 — Egg and bacon muffins
Devon — James (and Rusty) are coming for you!
#marathonsformiracles #weekendjogs #meettherunners #marathontraining #runningforgood #babylossawareness
Hey everyone! 👋
On Saturday 23rd May, Olly and I will be running a marathon along the Exe as part of his “Marathons for Miracles” challenge — running a marathon in every county to raise funds for Tommy’s, the pregnancy and baby charity.
Our route starts at Exeter Riverside parkrun, goes to Darts Farm, then Exmouth RNLI, and back to Exeter.
As dads who’ve experienced baby loss, this is close to our hearts, and we want to raise awareness and support for Tommy’s.
If you want to drop in and join us at any point, DM me your number, and I’ll add you to our WhatsApp group so you can track our progress. No need to run the full distance — a cheer or chat with us would mean a lot!
Let’s make Devon proud and show some love! 💙
#RunForBabyLoss #SupportTommys #BabyLossAwareness #DevonSupport
#MarathonChallenge
Mental Health Awareness Week 💚
Baby loss changes dads too.
Even when the world expects you to move on, keep quiet, or be “the strong one.”
If you’re struggling, that doesn’t make you weak, it makes you human.
Your grief deserves recognition.
Your mental health matters.
And support is allowed.
@tommys@sandscharity@lullabytrust
#mentalhealthawarnessweek #dadsgrievetoo #babylossawareness #mensmentalhealth #invisiblegrief
Here is the route for the Devon leg of the Marathon for Miracles, supporting Tommys, the pregnancy and baby charity.
The run will begin with the Exeter Riverside parkrun, then follow the estuary along the Topsham side to Darts Farm. From there, we’ll continue on to Exmouth and visit the RNLI, where the lifeboat features our baby angels’ names. After that, we’ll pretty much do the route in reverse.
Everyone is welcome to join and run whatever distance feels right. If, and a big if, I raise the final target amount on my @justgiving , I will run it as #RustyTheRobin. Donation link on the home page
✨Wishing everyone running the London Marathon tomorrow the best of luck! May you achieve everything you’re aiming for, but most importantly, have fun out there 🏃♀️🏃🏻♂️💪🫡.
I wish I was up there with you, but sometimes, it just isn’t meant to be. Go out and smash it! 🏃♂️🏅✨ #LondonMarathon #RunYourRace #teamtommys #marathon
Amidst loss and sorrow, I find refuge in movement—each mile, spin, and row a promise: I’m still here, still growing. Pain remains, but so does my fight. In challenge, I find my light. Hope softly sings, reminding me of resilience and strength. 🌟💪 #KeepGoing #Resilience #hopeineverystep
✨ It’s been one week since Rusty the Robin flew through the streets of London — and maybe, just maybe, into the Guinness World Records history books 🐦📖
But the best part? The incredible outreach it’s created. From 10,000 views to over 50,000, and 70+ new followers along the way — welcome to all of you 🤍
Please help us keep this story flying ✈️
Share the journey, and if you haven’t yet, donate via DMs.
We’re less than £800 away from reaching £10,000 in just two years — every bit truly makes a difference. 🙏
The big question now is, where does Rusty go next 😝
#RustyTheRobin #WorldRecordJourney #London #MakingHistory #ThankYou
Aaaannnd Done,
Finish line footage of #rustytheline , hopefully securing the Guinness world record (sent off to be ratified) @londonlandmarkshalf
So many angles but yet so much going on in each one 😂
#llhm2026 #teamtommys #fundraising #babylossawareness
📹 @marathonphotos
🧡 Calling all London Landmarks legends! 🧡
If you were out cheering, supporting, or running at the @londonlandmarkshalf … did you happen to catch a snap or video of Rusty the Robin along the course? 🐦🏃♂️
I was out there giving it my all (and attempting a Guinness World Record 👀💪), and I’d absolutely love to see any photos or clips you might have captured.
If you’ve got one:
📸 Tag @runlikearobin
🎥 Or drop me a DM / share to your stories
Huge thanks in advance – and massive love to everyone who supported on the day. You were incredible! 🙌🧡
#llhm2026 #LondonLandmarks #TeamTommy #RustyTheRobin #runningcommunıty
A few days after London Landmarks Half Marathon 🏃♂️💨
Currently gathering all the evidence to submit to Guinness World Records, fingers crossed for a new world record! 🤞
But most importantly, I want to remember why I ran: for Luca and Lelia 👼👼, raising awareness for baby loss ❤️ and fundraising for @tommys .
Every step was for them. Thank you for all the support! #BabyLossAwareness #GuinnessWorldRecord #llhm2026 #Tommys #rustytherobin
🐦✨ Yesterday’s London Landmarks Half Marathon was unforgettable! Dressed as a three dimensional bird.
Excited to submit the evidence to @guinnessworldrecords 📸📝
Huge thanks to @tommys , @londonlandmarkshalf , @justgiving , for helping get the message across. @iamindrakumar you smashed the evidence capturing 🫡
Finally thank you to everyone who has donated. Your generosity and encouragement means the world! 🌍❤️
P.S still time to donate link in the bio 🫣
#llhm2026 #PB #GuinnessWorldRecords #BirdPower #babylossawareness
“There’s no need to rush it. You’ll feel comfortable when the time is right.”
James (aka @runlikearobin ) had some powerful advice for fundraisers navigating grief.
#LLHM2026
