Children in elf hats from schools and nurseries across North Lancashire, the South Lakes and parts of North Yorkshire raised £43,000 for St John's Hospice.
In the lead up to Christmas, nursery attendees, primary, secondary and sixth form students from 61 schools participated in the Hospice's Elf Run.
The run raises funds to support patient care as part of the St John’s Hospice’s larger Nourish programme, which encourages mental and physical well-being in children.
Lisa Morgan, community fundraising manager at St John's Hospice, said: "Who wouldn't love to work with schools every winter for the Elf Run.
"Children and young people jump at the chance to connect with the work of their local Hospice. Together, these amazing schools have raised a staggering £43,000.
"The funds raised will support hospice services such as the Forget Me Not Centre, which provides pre and post bereavement care to families and children, the inpatient ward and care in patients’ own homes.
"The Elf Run goes from strength to strength every year and it’s all down to the support and enthusiasm of children and schools. Thank you to the children, schools, and everyone who sponsored these great runners.”
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