Santa Claus is coming to town

Brighton Santa Dash is seeking budding Santas to take part in the most fun & festive run in town

Brighton’s happiest running race is back! The Brighton Santa Dash is a fun-filled 5k event which this year will take place on Saturday 7 December. Last year’s spectacle saw over 500 Santa’s run, jog and walk the 5k course which starts on Brighton seafront near the Peace Statue and runs to Hove Lagoon and back. Organisers state that there is no need to be wildly fit, you just need to be willing to get into the Christmas spirit!



“The Brighton Santa Dash is definitely the friendliest and most fun event we organise all year,” says John Gladwin of organisers, Inmotion Sport. “Seeing and hearing everyone laugh as they get their suits on at the event is just wonderful; then seeing all of those red suits disappear into the distance is always a lovely sight. Most people will arrive and run with friends, family or work colleagues. I think that’s what helps create the wonderful buzz surrounding this event.”

The Brighton Santa Dash is also a hit with spectators with many people coming to the event to support their friends and family. “The crowds add a great atmosphere to the event and with Christmas music playing in the background, it really feels like Christmas starts right here on Brighton seafront,” adds John.

As usual, the event will include a free children’s race. The children start on the same start line as the main event and are cheered along their 400-metre run by the crowds and the mass of Santas. Every child receives a finisher’s medal and is made to feel very special by all.

“There is no need to be wildly fit, you just need to be willing to get into the Christmas spirit”

Organisers also hope that the competitors will raise some extra money for a local charity, Passing It On. The charity has been helping to build schools in some of Africa’s poorest regions. For more information on the charity and how to get involved, please visit www.pioafrica.org.uk.

Enter the Brighton Santa Dash, join in with some healthy festive fun and kick-start your Christmas!
To sign up for the Dash or for more information on the run, all budding Santas should visit the website, www.santadashbrighton.co.uk. The entry fee is only £15 and that includes your Santa suit, water, medal and a good dose of Christmas cheer.
Brighton Santa Dash, Saturday 7 December. Starts by the Peace Statue on Hove seafront. www.santadashbrighton.co.uk