How it works

1. Sign up

Complete our short form to access all the fundraising materials you need to help make your Final Mile challenge a success

2. Run

Gather your classmates together and complete your 12 miles during school time

3. The Final Mile

Join hundreds of other runners for the final mile at Rock Park as part of RUN Barnstaple

Are you a Teacher wanting to sign up on behalf of your school? Please fill out this form or email Cyra.

What are teachers saying about Final Mile?

"The Children's Hospice Final Mile has been a great success for the last two years. The children at Fremington School loved seeing Buddy the Bear come in and encourage them to complete their 12 miles whilst raising awareness of what this wonderful charity does. We look forward to signing up again and digging out those running shoes for 2026!"

Sean Downing, Class Teacher and PE Lead

Final Mile Leaderboards

Schools

Individuals

How your miles turn into smiles

Every pound you raise will go to supporting babies, children, young people and their families:

🏃 £5 could buy the ingredients for a birthday cake to make memories that last a lifetime

🏃 £10 could pay for paints and materials for messy play - helping children and young people express how they feel in creative ways

🏃 £25 could help fund fun family times in the hydrotherapy pool at the hospice to make memories together

🏃 £30 could help fund a virtual Music Therapy session to help children and young people to express their thoughts and feelings

FAQ

Final Mile race day questions

Can I run with my child?

add remove

We encourage children to run independently. Parents and guardians are asked to remain in the event area and ensure their child returns safely.

Can I register on the day?

add remove

No, there are no on-the-day registrations.

What time does the race start?

add remove

All participants must check in before the race. Please allow plenty of time, as it can get busy.
Check-in opens at 11:45am and closes at 12:30pm.
A fun warm-up will take place at 12:45pm in the event village, and the race will start at 1pm.

Where do I collect my wristband?

add remove

Please come to the Park School Sports Hall, Park Lane, Barnstaple EX32 9AX to check in. Once signed in, all children will be given a wristband to wear during the race. This contains emergency contact details, so please keep it on at all times.

Event questions

Is there an age limit to take part in Final Mile?

add remove

The event is open to anyone in Year 1 and above

Do I have to fundraise?

add remove

No, it's not essential. We would love it if you could raise money for Children's Hospice South West but we also understand you may already have a charity you would like to support.

When does registration close?

add remove

Registrations close at 5pm on Wednesday 23 September 2026. There are no on-the-day registrations.

Does my school have to be registered for me to take part?

add remove

Yes, your school must be officially signed up before children can register. If your school is not listed in the drop-down, you can download this letter to take into school.