Young runners from Southwick celebrate Worthing Family Mile success

Hector Downes, 11, his sister Polly, seven, and their cousin Flo Brehaut, ten, have been raising money for charity through their running for several years and Hector and Flo have even earned a Blue Peter Badge for their efforts.

Proud grandmother Patricia Downes said: "This year will be my grandson Hector's fourth Worthing Family Mile to raise much-needed funds for local charity Wadars.

"He was joined by his younger sister Polly and cousin Flo. Polly ran for Dogs Trust and Flo for Cats Protection last time. All three children managed to raise a combined total of £165 for Wadars.

"It was Flo third year and Polly’s second. The children thoroughly enjoyed taking part and will no doubt be entering again for the 2026 event. We are all immensely very proud of them and their perseverance in finishing the race."

The children all attend Eastrbrook Primary Academy in Southwick.