Bark Run - Sunday 15th 09:30 - Sunday 15th March 2026 13:00

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Bark Run

Before you enter Bark Run

Run for animals in need

Join us for Jersey’s very first Bark Run - a fun and inclusive 5k race raising vital funds for animals in need across the Island.

Kindly sponsored by FocusedIT, this family friendly event is open to all ages and abilities. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned runner chasing a new PB, the Bark Run is for you!

Fancy dress is encouraged (but not essential) - animal themed costumes or wearables are very welcome, with prizes for the best dressed on the day.

Event details

Date: Sunday 15th March 2026
Location: Les Quennevais Sports Centre - Cycle Track (start & finish)
Arrival time: 9:30am
Race start time: 10:00am
About the course: The 5k route starts and finishes on the cycle track, with a scenic section along the railway walk before returning to the finish line.

Entry details

The entry fee is £20 for adults and £10 for anyone under the age of 18. 100% of money raised through this event will stay on Island to help care for animals in need.

What’s included in your race experience: 

  • Official race t-shirt 
  • Exclusive finisher medal
  • Chip timing and online results
  • Awards presentation with trophies, refreshments and cake
  • Supportive and friendly race atmosphere
  • Plenty of event photos
  • Make a real difference to animals in Jersey

Entrants under the age of 18: must be accompanied and supervised by an adult on event day.

Please note: Tickets are non-refundable and non-transferable for this event and name changes/number swapping is strictly forbidden due to chip timing.

Registration

£ 21.00
Standard Entry (Adults)
£ 20.00
Ages 18+ (Ages 18 - 100)
+ Admin fees £ 1.00
Linked to Charity: the JSPCA Animals' Shelter


£ 10.50
Standard Entry (Under 18)
£ 10.00
Ages 6-17 (Ages 6 - 17)
+ Admin fees £ 0.50
Linked to Charity: the JSPCA Animals' Shelter


Make A Donation

Even if you're not taking part in Bark Run you can still do your part for a good cause by making a donation.

About Bark Run

Sponsors

We would like to extend our gratitude to FocusedIT for generously sponsoring this event, we couldn't do this event without their support. 

www.focusedit.co.uk

Key information

  • Entrants under the age of 18 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult on event day.
  • Registration deadline: Entries close on Friday 13th March 2026 at 10am. Strictly no entries will be accepted past this cut-off date.
  • T-shirt guarantee: To guarantee a race t-shirt, entries must be received by 16th February 2026
  • Race pack collections: Location TBC. Collection will be on Thursday 12th and Friday 13th March between 12-3pm.
  • Bag drop: Bags/personal belongings can be dropped off at our registration stand before the race starts and collected afterward (please note this is at your own risk; we are not responsible for any lost items).
  • Water: There will be a water station at the end of the race.
  • In case of cancellation: If the race has to be cancelled due to adverse weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances, updates will be posted on this page, our social media pages and website. We will also attempt to contact all runners.

Race award categories

Adult categories (18+)

  • 1st place – Male & Female
  • 2nd place – Male & Female
  • 3rd place – Male & Female

Youth categories (under 18)

  • 1st place – Male & Female
  • 2nd place – Male & Female
  • 3rd place – Male & Female

Prizes

Best dressed – prizes for the most creative animal themed costumes/wearables.

Fundraising

We encourage runners to fundraise for the JSPCA Animals’ Shelter, to help support the vital work we do and ensure we can continue providing our essential services. Upon registration, you will receive a personalised Race Nation online fundraising page link for easy sharing. For those who prefer a paper sponsorship form, we can provide it via email, however, you will need to arrange printing yourself. Please email: fundraising@jspca.org.je 

For any queries, please contact: fundraising@jspca.org.je

The impact you have by taking part 

For over 150 years, the JSPCA has been caring for the Island’s animals - rescuing, rehabilitating and rehoming domestic animals and rescuing, rehabilitating and releasing wildlife.

We receive no government funding and rely entirely on the generosity of the community, local businesses, and supporters like you to keep our services running 24/7, 365 days a year. Each year we need to raise over £2 million to continue our vital work.

We are independent from the RSPCA in the UK and every penny raised stays on the Island to help local animals.

Our mission is to prevent cruelty, promote knowledge, and provide care for aged, sick, lost and unwanted animals in Jersey.

With your support, in 2025 we:

  • Cared for over 1,200 wildlife animals, including more than 190 hand-raised baby wildlife.
  • Successfully rehomed over 120 domestic animals, including dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, and even some exotic pets.

Your support makes this possible - by taking part in events like the Bark Run, you’re making a meaningful difference to animals in need. 

Dogs are welcome at the finish line to cheer on runners, but for safety reasons they are not permitted on the course due to the size of the crowd. Owners remain responsible for their dogs at all times and should only bring dogs that are comfortable in busy environments and around other dogs and people.

Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/JSPCAAnimalsShelter  
Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/jspcaanimalsshelter/
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/jspca-animals-shelter/
Websitehttps://jspca.org.je  

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the JSPCA Animals' Shelter


Registration Number: 068