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3 December 2009
Santas on the Run – sleigh loads of fun for the whole family!
WHEN: Sunday 6th December at 11am
WHERE: The race starts at the Amphitheatre and follows a route around the Floating Harbour - Please see route map attached on email.
WHO: Spokespeople are:
Jane Powell – Community Fundraiser for CHSW
Robin Young of Bristol Lions Club - who are bringing along Santas sleigh!
WHAT: At 11am, around 300 supporters of Children’s Hospice South West will put on their FREE Santa suits and join together in this 2km fun run in aid of Children’s Hospice South West. At the start/finish there will be a selection of stalls selling delicious festive refreshments for everyone to enjoy and each participant will also receive a fantastic goody bag to take home with them as a memento of the fun day.
1 December 2009
Santa Claus is running around London town
This year sleigh-loads of Santas will be rocking around the Christmas tree in a national series of fun runs, all in aid of children’s hospices.
Santas on the Run, sponsored by Foresters, an international financial and charitable organisation, is a series of fun runs in Santa costume which sees Children’s Hospices UK and children’s hospices throughout the country working together to raise awareness and much needed funds.
There are 18 events taking place across the country. The event in London on Thursday 3 December will see hundreds of people dressed as Santa running or walking the 2km route along the Southbank. There are two races taking place: the first starts at 6.45pm and second begins at 7.20pm. The money raised from the London event will benefit children’s hospices in the London area including: Demelza hospice care for children, Haven House Children’s Hospice, Richard House Children’s Hospice and The Shooting Star Children’s Hospice.
Ray Winstone, actor and patron of Haven House Children’s Hospice in Essex is championing the national series and is encouraging people to take part in their local festive fun run: "I am delighted to support Santas on the Run. This fun event will help children's hospices across the UK to raise awareness and vital funds for the work that they do with life-limited children and their families. As a patron of Haven House in Essex, I have seen first hand the difference that children's hospices can make to these families. I hope lots of people don a Santa hat and get involved!”
Adults and children of all ages and abilities will be taking part in their local event to raise money for children’s hospices across the UK. By taking part this Christmas you can help make a real difference to children’s hospices and the families they support; get fit and most importantly have some festive fun.
To find out more about Santas on the Run visit www.santasontherun.org.uk
25 November 2009
Santa Claus is running around town
This year sleigh-loads of Santas across the country will be rocking around the Christmas tree in a national series of fun runs, all in aid of children’s hospices.
Santas on the Run, sponsored by Foresters, an international financial and charitable organisation, is a series of fun runs in Santa costume which sees Children’s Hospices UK and children’s hospices throughout the country working together to raise awareness and much needed funds.
Ray Winstone, actor and patron of Haven House Children’s Hospice in Essex is championing the event and encouraging people to take part in their local festive fun run: "I am delighted to support Santas on the Run. This fun event will help children's hospices across the UK to raise awareness and vital funds for the work that they do with life-limited children and their families. As a patron of Haven House in Essex, I have seen first hand the difference that children's hospices can make to these families. I hope lots of people don a Santa hat and get involved!”
Adults and children of all ages and abilities are invited to dress up and take part in their local event to raise money for children’s hospices across the UK. By taking part this Christmas you can help make a real difference to children’s hospices and the families they support; get fit and most importantly have some festive fun.
The runs take place between 29 November and 21 December, with race distances ranging from 2km to 5km. Most races charge a registration fee and request a minimum sponsorship pledge. Donations go directly to the children’s hospice organising the event to help ensure that all children and young people who are not expected to reach adulthood and their families have the care and support they need.
It couldn’t be easier to take part; simply register for your nearest run and start raising your sponsorship. To find out if Santa is coming to a town near you visit www.santasontherun.org.uk
28 September 2009
Santa Claus is coming to town
This year sleigh-loads of Santas across the country will be rocking around the Christmas tree in a national series of fun runs, all in aid of children’s hospices.
Santas on the Run, sponsored by Foresters, an international financial and charitable organisation, is a series of fun runs in Santa costume which sees Children’s Hospices UK and children’s hospices throughout the country working together to raise awareness and much needed funds.
Adults and children of all ages and abilities are invited to dress up and take part in their local event to raise money for children’s hospices across the UK. By taking part this Christmas you can help make a real difference to children’s hospices and the families they support; get fit and most importantly have some festive fun.
The runs take place between 29 November and 21 December, with race distances ranging from 2km to 5km. Most races charge a registration fee and request a minimum sponsorship pledge. Donations go directly to the children’s hospice organising the event to help ensure that all children and young people who are not expected to reach adulthood and their families have the care and support they need.
It couldn’t be easier to take part; simply register for your nearest run and start raising your sponsorship.
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19 January 2009
Santas on the Run, supported by Foresters, raises much needed funds for children's hospices
Thousands of Santas up and down the country took to the race track last Christmas, raising £135,000 for children’s hospice services.
Santas on the Run, a series of fun runs in Santa costume, supported by Foresters, an international financial services organisation, saw Children’s Hospices UK and children’s hospices across the country work together to raise awareness and much needed funds.
Foresters and its members throughout the UK supported the national series of Santas on the Run events organised by children’s hospices across the country. The events raised much needed funds to ensure children and young people who are not expected to reach adulthood and their families receive the care and support they need.
Steve Dilworth, Group Membership Director of Foresters said: “What a fantastic achievement for children’s hospice services across the UK, we were very pleased to support the events in its first year. Foresters believe that Santas on the Run will continue to grow over the coming years.”
Julian Hall, Director of Fundraising at Children’s Hospices UK, said: “We are delighted with the success of the first national series of Santas on the Run and the support we received from Foresters. The money raised by these events will directly enhance the lives of children and families who rely on the hospices for much needed support. We are looking forward to Santas on the Run 2009 which will be even bigger and better.”
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17 December 2008
Santas on the Run raises sleigh-loads for children's hospices
Thousands of Santas up and down the country took to the race track this year in a national series of fun runs, all in aid of children’s hospices.
Santas on the Run, a series of fun runs in Santa costume, supported by Foresters and its members throughout the UK saw Children’s Hospices UK and children’s hospices throughout the country working together to raise awareness and much needed funds.
Adults and children of all ages and abilities dressed up and took part in the runs, raising thousands of pounds for children’s hospices across the UK.
The event raised much needed funds for children and young people who are not expected to reach adulthood and their families to have the care and support they need this Christmas.
If you would like to join a Santas on the Run event next year check back in 2009 to find out if Santa is coming to a town near you.
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2 December 2008
Marcus Trescothick is bowled over by Santas on the Run
England and Somerset cricket star, Marcus Trescothick this week urges Bristolians to run out and raise money for local children’s hospice services this Christmas. Santas on the Run, a festive fun run in aid of Children’s Hospice South West, takes place this Sunday (7 December) in Castle Park, Bristol.
Marcus Trescothick, said: “Being a supporter of Children’s Hospice South West I have been fortunate enough to meet the families, children and young people who use the hospice service. I have heard first hand the difference that having this level of care and support makes in their lives, and it is for this reason that I urge you to do what you can to help support Children’s Hospice South West this Christmas.
“Santas on the Run, taking place in Bristol this Christmas in aid of Children’s Hospice South West, is a wonderful opportunity to bring the fun, laughter and magic of Christmas to the streets of Bristol in support of such a local and truly magical charity.
“Being a father of two little girls I understand that Christmas is a very special time of year for children and families, and for those that use Children’s Hospice South West, this time of year can be even more poignant. So please join together with friends and family this Christmas, and take part in this Christmas fancy dress sponsored run in support of local families, and do something that you will be proud of well into the New Year.”
Santas on the Run, supported by Foresters and its members throughout the UK, is part of a series of fun runs in Santa costume which sees Children’s Hospices UK and children’s hospices throughout the country working together to raise awareness and much needed funds.
The event will see sleigh-loads of Santas running or walking the 2km lap around Castle Park. The event begins at 9:30am at the band stand. Runners are also invited to join a mass participation warm up in the park at 9:20am.
For an entry fee of £15 for adults, £7.50 for children under 13, and £35 per family of two adults and two children, runners will be supplied with their Santa suit. Runners will also receive a goody bag filled with treats thanks to Somerfield and Elizabeth Shaw and a medal when they reach the finish line. Somerfield will also be offering the runner who has raised the highest sponsorship a balloon flight for two.
It couldn’t be easier to take part; simply register on the website www.santasontherun.org.uk/bristol and start raising your sponsorship
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25 November 2008
Frank Lampard kicks off festive fun run in aid of children’s hospices
Team England and Chelsea football star, Frank Lampard this week urges Londoners to swap their shirts for Santa suits and raise money for children’s hospices this Christmas. Santas on the Run, a festive fun run in aid of children’s hospices, takes place this Saturday (29 November) in Kensington Gardens.
Frank Lampard, said: "Children's hospices are such special places, and that's why the Team England Footballers Charity supports them. Why not join the Santas on the Run event in Kensington Gardens on Saturday 29 November, and give something back this Christmas. This festive fun run is a fantastic way to support children's hospices and have a great time too!"
Santas on the Run, supported by Foresters and its members throughout the UK, is part of a series of fun runs in Santa costume which sees Children’s Hospices UK and children’s hospices throughout the country working together to raise awareness and much needed funds.
The event will see sleigh-loads of Santas running or walking the 3km lap around Kensington Gardens. The race begins at 9:30am at the Albert Memorial. Runners are also invited to join a mass participation warm up in the park at 9:20am.
Donations will be going directly to children’s hospices to help ensure that all children who are not expected to reach adulthood and their families have the care and support they need.
For an entry fee of £15 for adults, £7.50 for children under 13, and £35 per family of two adults and two children, runners will be supplied with their Santa suit. Runners will also receive a goody bag filled with treats thanks to Somerfield and a medal when they reach the finish line.
It couldn’t be easier to take part; simply register on the website www.santasontherun.org.uk and start raising your sponsorship. All runners must register in advance as it will not be possible to register on the day.
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21 November 2008
Christmas comes early to Castle Park, Bristol
Christmas comes early for Castle Park. Santa and his little helpers are spreading the word about ‘Santas on the Run’, a festive fun run in Bristol’s Castle Park on Sunday 7 December in aid of Children’s Hospice South West.
Santas on the Run, supported by Foresters and its members throughout the UK, is part of a series of fun runs in Santa costume which sees Children’s Hospices UK and children’s hospices throughout the country working together to raise awareness and much needed funds.
The race on Sunday 7 December will see hundreds of adults and children dressed as Santa running or walking the 2km route around Castle Park. The event begins at 9:30am at the band stand. Runners are also invited to join a mass participation warm up in the park at 9:20am.
Karen Willis, Head of Major Donor, Corporate & Trust Fundraising at Children’s Hospice South West, said: “Santas on the Run is all about getting into the festive spirit. By taking part this Christmas you can help make a real difference, get fit and most importantly have fun. So make sure you are on Santa’s list before he checks it twice by registering for the run now.”
For an entry fee of £15 for adults, £7.50 for children under 13, and £35 per family of two adults and two children, runners will be supplied with their Santa suit. Runners will also receive a goody bag filled with treats thanks to Somerfield and a medal when they reach the finish line. Somerfield will also be offering the runner who has raised the highest sponsorship a balloon flight for two.
It couldn’t be easier to take part; simply register on the website www.santasontherun.org.uk/bristol and start raising your sponsorship. All runners must register in advance as it will not be possible to register on the day.
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17 November 2008
Santas coming to town
Hundreds of Santas will descend on Kensington Gardens this November when they take part in Santas on the Run, raising money for children’s hospices.
Santas on the Run, supported by Foresters and its members throughout the UK, is part of a series of fun runs in Santa costume which sees Children’s Hospices UK and children’s hospices throughout the country working together to raise awareness and much needed funds.
The event will see hundreds of adults and children dressed as Santa running or walking the 3km lap around Kensington Gardens on Saturday 29 November. The race begins at 9:30am at the Albert Memorial in a series of staggered starts. Runners are also invited to join a mass participation warm up in the park at 9:20am.
Donations will be going directly to children’s hospices to help ensure that all children who are not expected to reach adulthood and their families have the care and support they need.
Helen Hill, National Events Manager at Children’s Hospices UK, said: “Santas on the Run is all about getting into the festive spirit. By taking part this Christmas you can help make a real difference, get fit and most importantly have fun. So make sure you are on Santas list before he checks it twice by registering for the run now.”
For an entry fee of £15 for adults, £7.50 for children under 13, and £35 per family of two adults and two children, runners will be supplied with their Santa suit. Runners will also receive a goody bag filled with treats thanks to Somerfield and a medal when they reach the finish line.
It couldn’t be easier to take part; simply register on the website www.santasontherun.org.uk and start raising your sponsorship. All runners must register in advance as it will not be possible to register on the day.
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1 October 2008
Get in the festive spirit with Santas on the Run
This year thousands of Santas up and down the country will be taking to the race track in a national series of fun runs, all in aid of children’s hospices.
Santas on the Run is a series of fun runs in Santa costume which sees Children’s Hospices UK and children’s hospices throughout the country working together to raise awareness and much needed funds.
Adults and children of all ages and abilities are invited to dress up and take part in the runs to raise money for children’s hospices across the UK. By taking part this Christmas you can help make a real difference, get fit and most importantly have fun.
The runs take place between 23 November and 14 December, with race distances ranging from 2km to 5km. Most races charge a registration fee and request a minimum sponsorship pledge. Donations go directly to the children’s hospice organising the event to help ensure that all children who are not expected to reach adulthood and their families have the care and support they need.
It couldn’t be easier to take part; simply register for your nearest run and start raising your sponsorship.
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