A RUNNER who was diagnosed with terminal cancer has raised more than £2,000 for Prospect Hospice.

Paul Gee from the Slinn Allstars running group organised 'Paul's Run', which raised £2,189.57 in under two hours.

Paul said: "I expected around 200 people to come along for the run, cake sale and raffle.

"I was absolutely overwhelmed and humbled when over 300 people from different running clubs turned up and raised so much money.

"I was referred to Prospect Hospice and met two of the team, Sue Dunn and Sue Harvey, who provided wonderful support.

"That evening, when lying awake, I decided I wanted to raise as much as I could for the charity.

"Thank you to everyone who has supported me over the past two years on my cancer journey and for raising such a fantastic amount for Prospect Hospice,"

On the day, St John's Hall in Haydon Wick welcomed runners from Slinn Allstars, Swindon Harriers, Swindon Shin Splints, Highworth Running Club, Swindon Striders, Wroughton Whippets and Royal Wootton Bassett Hounds.

Hollie Ricketts from Prospect Hospice said: "Paul is much loved by the running community.

"It was great to meet him and members of Swindon's running groups, and to see the support they have for one another."