Northwood teacher Andy Taylor raises £12,374 for hospital scanner centre
Taylor completed six marathons in memory of his mother-in-law, who received cancer treatment at Mount Vernon Hospital
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A teacher from Northwood has raised £12,374 for a hospital scanner centre after running six marathons in memory of his mother-in-law. Andy Taylor, who works at Northwood College, completed the final marathon in Limerick on 3 May 2026, surpassing his original £10,000 target.
The funds will go to the Paul Strickland Scanner Centre at Mount Vernon Hospital in Northwood. The centre treated Taylor’s mother-in-law, Margaret Gross, during her cancer diagnosis and care. She died ten years ago.
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Why the centre matters to Taylor’s family
Taylor told This Is Local London that the scanner centre’s work focuses on early diagnosis and saving lives. He said the challenge was a way to support the centre’s impact on families while honouring his mother-in-law’s memory.
It’s been 10 years since Marg, my wonderful mother-in-law, sadly died from cancer. This challenge is my way of continuing to support the incredible difference they make to so many families while honouring Marg’s memory, I know she would be incredibly proud.
Andy Taylor, teacher at Northwood College
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The first marathon took place in Sunbury-on-Thames on 11 January 2026. Other events included the Brighton Marathon, the Windsor 50 Mile Ultra Challenge, and the Tribe Race in Chalfont St Peter. Taylor said donations came from friends, family, colleagues, and pupils at Northwood College.
Pupils join the fundraising effort
Pupils in years 4, 5, and 6 at Northwood College took part by running sponsored laps of the school field. Taylor said their contributions helped push the total beyond the initial target. He thanked all donors, regardless of the amount, for supporting the charity’s work.
The Paul Strickland Scanner Centre is part of Mount Vernon Cancer Centre. It provides advanced imaging for cancer patients across north-west London and beyond. The centre relies on donations to fund equipment and research.
What happens next
The £12,374 raised will be transferred to the Paul Strickland Scanner Centre. The hospital has not yet confirmed how the funds will be allocated. Donations to the centre can still be made through its website.
Questions this report answers
+How much money did Andy Taylor raise?
Andy Taylor raised £12,374 for the Paul Strickland Scanner Centre after completing six marathons. The total surpassed his original target of £10,000, supported by donations from friends, family, and pupils at Northwood College.
+Which marathons did Andy Taylor run?
Taylor ran six marathons, starting with the Doughnut Dash in Sunbury-on-Thames on 11 January 2026 and ending with the Great Limerick Run on 3 May 2026. Other events included the Brighton Marathon and the Windsor 50 Mile Ultra Challenge.
+Why did Andy Taylor raise money for the Paul Strickland Scanner Centre?
Taylor raised funds in memory of his mother-in-law, Margaret Gross, who received cancer treatment at the centre. He wanted to support its work in early diagnosis and honour her memory after her death ten years ago.
+How can people still donate to the Paul Strickland Scanner Centre?
Donations to the Paul Strickland Scanner Centre can be made through its official website. The centre uses funds for advanced imaging equipment and cancer research, serving patients across north-west London.
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