A four-year-old boy with cerebral palsy has followed in the footsteps of Captain Tom Moore by running more than 100 miles to raise money for his school. Jacob Fallows completed 158 kilometres (98 miles) over January, supported by his walking frame, and raised £1,160 for Friends of Bow School in Bow, Devon.
Jacob, who started mainstream primary school in September, ran approximately 5 kilometres each day with the help of family and friends. In total, all participants covered a collective distance of 1,234 kilometres—the equivalent of running from John O'Groats to Calais.
His father, Lee, said the family enjoys raising money for good causes and demonstrating that disability does not limit what Jacob can achieve. The fundraising effort brought the community together, with students, families, and even grandparents contributing by walking on Dartmoor.
The money will support school trips and equipment through the Friends of Bow School group. Jacob's previous fundraisers in 2024 and 2025 supported Branch House, a charity that has helped him throughout his life.
Lee expressed pride in Jacob and the community's response, noting that over £1,100 had been raised so far, with hopes to increase the total.
