Who is Sara Cox's friend Peta?

Peta was a close friend of Radio 2 DJ Sara Cox, whom Cox sadly announced the death of on Sunday.

How much did Sara Cox raise for Children In Need?

Sara Cox raised over £11.5 million for Children In Need through her Great Northern Marathon Challenge.

When did Sara Cox complete her marathon?

The article implies Sara Cox recently completed her 135-mile Great Northern Marathon Challenge just weeks before announcing the death of her friend.

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Sara Cox's Heartbreak: DJ Mourns Loss of Close Friend Peta

8 Dec

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Radio 2 DJ Sara Cox announced the death of her close friend Peta on Sunday.
Cox recently raised over £11.5 million for Children In Need.
The DJ shared fond memories and throwback photos of her friendship with Peta.

Sara Cox's Heartbreak: DJ Mourns Loss of Close Friend Peta

Radio 2 DJ Sara Cox recently announced the heartbreaking news of her close friend Peta's passing. Sharing a touching tribute on social media accompanied by cherished throwback photographs, Cox expressed her deep sadness. The announcement follows Cox's remarkable achievement in completing a 135-mile marathon challenge for Children In Need, successfully raising over £11.5 million for the charity.

The marathon spanned five days across four counties, covering a distance equivalent to five marathons. Cox's fundraising efforts were met with immense public generosity, with donations soaring past £11.5 million. She expressed profound gratitude to everyone who contributed, highlighting the impact of every donation on children and young people in the UK.

Fans and colleagues have extended their deepest condolences to Cox during this difficult time. The DJ, who returned to her Radio 2 Teatime Show after her marathon, had previously spoken in 2012 about how much she cherished dining out in London with Peta and her mother.