The branch in Oxford says it hopes to roll-out more face-to-face dates if it proves a success.

The cumulative total raised since the first London Marathon in 1981 is now more than £1.3bn.

Two charities say it is hard asking for donations during the cost of living crisis.

Two MPs took part in the York Rotary challenge on the River Ouse, which is in its 22nd year.

James Cooper has set himself the challenge of running the 26.2 mile distance every day of the year.

Choir founder Andrew Small says he was inspired after seeing the devastating impact of suicide.

A peculiar period in the Samaritans helpline history involved a group of open-minded and tolerant women.

James Cooper has already racked up 141 marathons this year to help raise cash for Samaritans.