Santa Dash
Participants can dress up in holiday attire or don a provided Santa suit for a festive dash held in the gardens of Willen Hospice. All finishers receive a commemorative medal. The event forms part of the wider Willen Christmas Festival supporting hospice care.
Sun, Dec 13, 2026 All ages
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Plan Your Visit
Tickets
Santa Dash EARLY BIRD - GREEN: £10.00; wear your own festive attire and a finishers' medal is included. Santa Dash EARLY BIRD - Includes Santa suit: £12.50; includes a Santa suit and finishers' medal.
Hours
09:00.
Neighborhood
Willen Village
Pets
Furry family members are welcome at the festival.
Location
Local Insight & Ratings
Family Friendly
Best For
People who enjoy a festive fun run
Vibe
Festive and active
Energy Level
Moderate
Photo Friendly
High
Weather Sensitivity
High
Tips & Advice
- Choose the Santa suit ticket if you don't have a festive outfit, because it includes the suit as well as the finisher's medal.
- Book while early bird tickets are still available for both the Santa Dash and the Reindeer Run 5K.
- Set up a JustGiving page when you register so friends can sponsor your dash and support Willen Hospice's care for local families.
- Add a Storytime with Santa session if you have little ones, since it includes a sausage sandwich, a story and a selection box.
- Bring your dog along, since the festival welcomes furry family members in the hospice gardens.
Special Events & Promotions
- Early bird Santa Dash tickets are on sale. Choose to wear your own festive outfit or get a Santa suit included.
- Storytime with Santa is a separately ticketed 30-minute session with a sausage sandwich, a story and a selection box.
- The Reindeer Run 5K is a separate ticket. The early bird option includes reindeer antlers and a medal.
- Letters from Santa and from Santa Paws can be added to your order.
Links & Contact
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Frequently Asked Questions
What do I wear for the Santa Dash?
You have two ticket options. Wear your own festive outfit, or pick the ticket that comes with a Santa suit.
Does everyone get a medal?
Yes, both Santa Dash tickets include a finisher's medal.
Can I raise money for the hospice?
Yes. Registration goes through JustGiving, so you can set up a fundraising page when you sign up.
What else is on at the Christmas Festival?
There's also a Reindeer Run 5K and a 30-minute Storytime with Santa that includes a sausage sandwich, a story and a selection box. You can also order a Letter from Santa or a Letter from Santa Paws.
Can children take part?
Yes, but any booking with a child ticket must include at least one adult ticket.
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