Emerald’s 'Data Dan' running an ultra-marathon every day for the BookTrust

Daniel Molesworth, Director of Data at Emerald Publishing, is set to run an ultra-marathon each day for five days.

Daniel is embarking on this extraordinary challenge to support the BookTrust and will run a 300km multi-day ultra-marathon, travelling on Wainwright’s Coast to Coast route. His journey begins at St Bees in Cumbria on Wednesday, 25th September, and concludes at Robin Hood’s Bay on Sunday, 29th September. This feat involves running an average of 60km per day and ascending nearly 8000m, almost the height of Mount Everest.

Daniel’s passion for running began during the COVID-19 lockdowns, providing a much-needed escape and headspace. His love for endurance challenges has grown, leading him to take on this monumental task. Daniel’s motivation is further fuelled by his commitment to the BookTrust, a charity that resonates deeply with him as a parent who cherishes reading to his children. The BookTrust is Emerald Publishing’s chosen charity for 2024, and the academic publisher has been raising funds throughout the year with a variety of different activities.

The impressive challenge coincides with Emerald’s Big Walk which takes place on Friday 27th September and will see a group of Emerald colleagues take part in a sponsored walk in North Leeds. Some colleagues based outside of Leeds have organised separate walks in various parts of the country. 

The BookTrust aims to ensure every child has access to the joy of reading, a mission Daniel wholeheartedly supports. By undertaking this challenge, Daniel hopes to raise significant funds and awareness for BookTrust, helping to provide books and reading opportunities to children across the UK.

You can donate to support the BookTrust here. 

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