Dorothy House's ever-popular Santa and Elf Run is back for 2021. Taking place on Sunday 5 December, the event will see Santa's and Elves complete the 2.5k route at Bath Spa University.

This Christmas-tastic family fun run is open to all ages and takes place along a 2.5km course through the beautiful grounds of Bath Spa University; via scenic footpaths, a "castle", a lake, and even a garden temple! Participants can choose to do the 2.5km route once or twice to make it a 5km run.

The fun run starts at 11am on 5 December with registration from 10am and a warm-up session at 10.50am. Entry costs £15 for 12+ years and £7.50 for 2-11 year olds. All 12+ year old participants will receive a Santa suit and 2-11 year olds will receive an Elf hat at registration. The festive clothing is included in the entry fee plus refreshments after the run. All runners aged 16 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

All adult entrants are asked to raise a minimum sponsorship of £30 or make a donation in lieu of sponsorship to help support patient care at Dorothy House.

Verity Clark, Community and Events Fundraiser at Dorothy House said: "We are so excited to be able to see people at events again. Signing up as a Santa or Elf Runner is a great way to kick off the festive season, get some healthy outdoor exercise before all of those mince pies and help us to provide exceptional personalised care to people in our community who are approaching death."

This is your chance to be part of something special. Grab your Santa suit or elf hat, have fun and raise some money for your much-loved Hospice. Sign up today: https://www.dorothyhouse.org.uk/get-involved/events/santa-elf-run-2021/