A POPULAR event to encourage children stay active during the school holidays is returning to Coventry this summer.
The Children’s Mile will take place at War Memorial Park on Sunday June 14, offering thousands of local schoolchildren an opportunity to enjoy the outdoors.
The event features a fully accessible one-mile route designed to encourage participation from students, teachers and staff from primary schools across Coventry.
Participants can choose to walk, jog, wheel or run the route at their own pace.
Each participant will receive a commemorative t-shirt, certificate and goodies to celebrate their achievement.
Last year, 1,045 young people from 33 schools took part.
Coun Kamran Caan, Cabinet Member for Public Health and Sport at Coventry City Council, said: “It’s great news that the Children’s Mile is returning this summer. We’re hoping even more schools will join in this year.
“Initiatives like this are fantastic for our young people, offering an inclusive opportunity to get active while exploring the city’s fantastic War Memorial Park.
“Inclusive events like this help to inspire a love for physical activity as we prepare for yet another fantastic summer of sport in Coventry.”
Coventry’s School Games Organisers, Danny Kingham and Stuart Davoile, added: “We’re incredibly excited for this year’s Children’s Mile. Our goal is to have more schools than ever participate in this fantastic initiative, which is open to all primary schools all over the city.
“We encourage students and staff at our schools to join in and take part in the one-mile route. We also want to see as many parents and supporters there as possible, cheering on the children.”
Entry costs start at £8, with an ‘early bird’ discount offer open until April 12.
Participants must sign up through their schools. Email [email protected] for more information.
