Head of Enable Law thanks London Marathon sponsors after smashing charity fundraising target

The Head of Enable Law has thanked his sponsors who helped him smash his London Marathon fundraising target for the Headway Plymouth charity.

Rob Antrobus has raised more than £6,500 for the charity which supports people who are living with acquired brain injuries (ABI) to navigate life’s challenges.

The 51-year-old lawyer, who is also chair of trustees at Devonport-based Headway Plymouth, completed his first ever marathon in five hours and 32 minutes for a cause that is close to his heart.

Rob’s knowledge of ABI runs deeper than his decades of professional experience in providing legal advice to clients and their families following an injury. Back in 2020, his wife Sally suffered a life-changing stroke, fuelling Rob’s passion for supporting brain injury services even further.

“I have to admit that the London Marathon was overwhelming in more ways than one,” said Rob.

“I’ve been really moved by the generous backing of everyone who sponsored me and I’ll always be grateful for their kind donations as they inspired me to go through the pain barrier.

“The sponsorship means a lot and the marathon was the toughest physical challenge I’ve ever faced and while it was an overwhelming and emotional journey, I’d like to think I did Sally and Headway proud.”

Rob, who is based at Enable Law’s Plymouth office, sported a Headway running top as he pounded 26.2 miles of London’s streets where some 750,000 people cheered on runners.

“It was probably a once-in-a-lifetime experience but the incredible memories will live with me forever,” Rob added.

“Most importantly, my sponsors’ generosity will help ensure the Headway Plymouth team can keep providing vital support for people affected by ABI.

“This support ranges from provision of day services, helping patients and families in hospital, developing activities for clients that rebuild neuro-pathways and enable independent living and awareness-raising.

“Anyone can suffer an ABI through accidents, assaults or medical conditions such as stroke and every donation will allow the charity to help yet more people in and around Plymouth.”

To sponsor Rob, visit his fundraising page: https://2025tcslondonmarathon.enthuse.com/pf/robert-antrobus