Iva Barr

Hometown
Age
Bedford
84
Carrying the Flame through
Carrying the Flame on
Iva's nomination story

Iva joined Bedford harriers in her sixties, ran the first ever London marathon in a pair of plimsolls bought from BHS. At the age of 84 is still competing and enjoying her running. During her time at the club she has inspired and offered support to hundreds of younger runners and is still coach of a small group. In addition,she has raised thousands for charity; her latest event being 5 marathons over 5 days to raise money for 'help for heroes.'

(Story as provided by the Torchbearer’s nominator)

Olympic Torch Relay
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