April 29, 2018
Matt, who had only recently joined The Staff Canteen as a chef blogger, was raising money in memory of his dad Martin Campbell who died suddenly in 2016.
The chef had written several inspirational and innovative blogs for The Staff Canteen as well as showcasing his cooking style on our Instagram - as a team we will miss supporting such a talented and passionate young man.
Matt’s aim was to raise £2,500 for the charity but support for the chef following his tragic death has seen his target smashed.
The hospitality industry took to social media as news of his death was announced to express their disbelief and condolences for his friends and family.
Matt was running with Tom when he collapsed after passing the 22.5 mile mark. On his instagram at the time Tom said: "Matt, feel so blessed to of shared so much with you in a short amount of time, words can’t describe how we’re all feeling at this time. You were an inspiration to so many in so many different ways, the world has lost a star and we’ve all lost a brother! RIP. "
Earlier this month he completed the Manchester Marathon in less than three hours. A statement from the London Marathon read: "With deep sadness, we confirm the death of a participant in the 2018 Virgin Money London Marathon. Matt Campbell, aged 29, a professional chef from the Lake District, collapsed at the 22.5 mile mark and, although he received immediate medical treatment on the scene from race doctors, he died later in hospital. Matt was a well-known chef who featured in MasterChef: The Professionals last year, inspiring viewers with his Nutritional Gastronomy movement and forward-thinking ideas."
