A LOCAL filmmaker has pledged to run 28 miles in February to support a charity close to her heart.

Rebecca Sills, from Bolton-upon-Dearne, will complete the challenge in aid of Macmillan.

It comes after one of Rebecca’s inspirations, John Beard, died at the hands of the disease last year.

She said: “The reason I chose to participate in this run is deeply personal and meaningful to me.

“I was inspired by someone very special to me, John Beard, who sadly lost his battle with cancer last year.

“John was not only an inspiration but a true hero in every sense of the word.

“His unwavering strength and determination in the face of such a devastating illness left a profound impact on me.

“I knew that by taking part in this run, I could pay tribute to his memory and continue to raise awareness about the critical importance of cancer research and early detection.

“John’s legacy lives on through the lives he touched, and I am honoured to carry forward his message of hope and resilience.”

Rebecca has already raised £300 - and she’s hoping to have raised even more by the time her challenge ends.

She added: “As I tie my running shoes and stand among the crowd of participants at the starting line, I feel a sense of purpose and resolve.

“With each stride I take, I will be thinking of John and all those who have been affected by cancer.

“I will push myself to run harder, knowing that every mile completed brings us one step closer to finding a cure.”