An NCB squad cheered on the two runners and were waiting at the finish line with much needed refreshments.
A third of all places for the marathon are offered to charities and more than three-quarters of competitors run for a good cause.
Lucy and Lisa are on target to raise £4,000 for NCB, which will support NCB's work in advancing the wellbeing of children across all aspects of their lives. Lucy said: "The sense of personal achievement at the finishing line coupled with the knowledge it is all for a worthwhile cause made a perfect marathon experience."
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