Wrexham AFC's Humphrey Ker completes Manchester Marathon
On Sunday (April 27), he participated in the Manchester Marathon on behalf of the Wrexham Miners Project, for which he is a patron.
His superb effort saw him raising more than £125,000 to support the restoration of the historic Wrexham Miners Rescue Station.
In his own words, Humphrey, who had never run a marathon before, joked: 'I'm not a marathon runner—having never done one before—as I'm tall and built to take things off a top shelf.'
After the marathon, he took to X (formerly Twitter) to confirm that he was still alive...
Not dead.
A day after Wrexham earned promotion to the EFL Championship, Humphrey crossed the finish line with courage, humour, and a heart full of determination to support a cause close to his heart.
Originally setting a target of £100,000, Humphrey's incredible effort, combined with overwhelming generosity from fans, supporters, and the wider community, saw the total surge well beyond expectations.
All funds raised will contribute toward the restoration of the Superintendent's House, part of the Grade II listed Miners Rescue Station.
Once completed, the building will provide supported living accommodation for four individuals with Special Support Needs, helping them lead fulfilling, connected lives within the Wrexham community.
John Gallanders, Chair of Trustees at the Wrexham Miners Project, said: "Humphrey's achievement is nothing short of inspiring. His personal commitment and the extraordinary support from donors will help us transform the Rescue Station into a vibrant home and community hub, honouring the memory of Wrexham's miners while creating new opportunities for the future."
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The restoration project is part of Wrexham AFC's broader pledge to donate over £250,000 to the Wrexham Miners Project, supporting its mission of "saving history, building community."
The total cost of restoring the Superintendent's House is estimated at £400,000, with construction expected to begin in May and the first residents moving in by January 2026.
Humphrey Ker at the Manchester Marathon finish line. (Image: Wrexham Miners Project) Adding to the celebrations, earlier in April, Humphrey, alongside WMP trustees, volunteers, and staff, was awarded an Honorary Fellowship from Wrexham University—marking the first time the University has honoured a group in recognition of "services to heritage, culture, and the wider community."
The Wrexham Miners Project warmly invites donors, supporters, and the general public to visit the Rescue Station, open Monday to Saturday, to see first-hand how their contributions are making history and changing lives.
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