Local School Children Celebrate Their Achievements at the 2025 Robin Hood Mini Marathon Schools Challenge Awards
13th November 2025
Local School Children Celebrate Their Achievements at the 2025 Robin Hood Mini Marathon Schools Challenge Awards
Last night, young runners from schools across Nottingham gathered at the Jubilee Conference Centre for a thrilling celebration of the Robin Hood Mini Marathon Schools Challenge Awards. The event, held on Sunday 28th September 2025, highlighted the determination and team spirit of these budding athletes and helped to raise huge sums of money for charity. Each young participant had demonstrated resilience, dedication, and team spirit in the months of preparation leading up to race day, and the night was a testament to their hard work and commitment.
The evening was filled with applause as more than 100 students across age groups—U7, U9, U11, U13, U15, and U17—were awarded prizes. Adding to the excitement, awards were handed out by local legend, MBE, and elite race participant Mr. Richard Whitehead, making it a memorable night for all. Tensions rose with excitement as winning teams of three girls and boys from each category collected their awards, with the night culminating in the announcement of the top-performing schools. With WEST BRIDGFORD JUNIOR crowned as the overall champions, taking home the prestigious 1st place award, followed by ABBEY ROAD taking second place, and JESSE GREY PRIMARY taking third place.
The energy of the night celebrated Nottingham’s young runners, who proudly represented their schools and showcased a passion for running that promises a bright future. The Robin Hood Mini Marathon Schools Challenge remains a cherished tradition, fostering community spirit, physical fitness, and unforgettable memories for Nottingham's youth.
One special individual was celebrated as he received the first ever Richard Whitehead Empowerment Award. An award which honours an exceptional athlete who, despite facing significant physical limitations, has shown outstanding resilience, dedication and achievement in sport – embodying the spirit of empowerment, inclusion and possibility championed by Richard Whitehead. George Osgood, age 6, was the proud recipient.
Judith Manson, Race Director, said: “Tonight was a perfect send off for the 2025 event. The Mini Marathon is such an important part of the event and has always been one of the biggest mini-marathon events in the country, the 1.5-mile route is a fun community focused race which sees school children running alongside their parents, friends, siblings, teachers or anyone else that you can persuade. The enthusiasm from the kids, parents, and the schools is always fantastic and we’re so grateful for the support.
“What makes this part of the event so worthwhile is seeing so many active children who love running. Congratulations to all the winners and for everyone who took part this year, we’re already looking forward to welcoming you all again in 2026.”
Entries for the 2026 are coming in thick and fast so don’t wait and secure your place at Nottingham's most exciting day of the year! With entries to suit all pockets Half Marathon entries start at £43.00 and Mini Marathon entries are just £19.00. To sign up now by visiting: www.robinhoodhalfmarathon.co.uk
