As 2025 drew to a close, Miles of Smiles reached month 7 of its 18-month journey — and what began as a personal challenge has grown into a powerful example of community-driven impact across the North-east.
Despite facing a severe flu during the final weeks of the year, the campaign continued — adapting with lighter runs and cycling, proving that resilience, consistency and purpose matter more than perfection.
December became a defining month — not just for miles covered, but for meaning created.
Regional Recognition & Business Engagement
Miles of Smiles closed the year with significant regional visibility:
These platforms helped amplify conversations around mental health, cancer support, grief, inclusion and resilience — values increasingly recognised as essential to healthy workplaces and communities.
Community & Partnership Highlights
December also showcased the power of collaboration:
- Final Miles of Smiles run of 2025 as a Panto Dame, supported by Diamonté Productions
- Engagement with Aberdeen parkrun, Albyn School fairs, nursery events and Duthie junior parkrun
- Partnerships with Cycling Without Age Scotland – Kemnay & Inverurie
- First TV appearance on That’s TV Aberdeen
These moments reinforced how local organisations, schools, charities and businesses can work together to generate meaningful social value.
Impact Snapshot (June–December 2025)
- 1,933 km completed
- £2,720 raised for SAMH & Clan Cancer Support
- 152 cold showers | 34 cold dips
- 150,000+ views & impressions
- 39% of the 78-week challenge completed
Looking Ahead to 2026
As we move into 2026, Miles of Smiles enters the next phase of its journey — with more partnerships, more visibility and more opportunities for the business community to get involved.
Every smile, share, sponsorship and conversation helps turn movement into momentum.
More miles. More hope. More smiles.