HUNDREDS of Father Christmases are set to take to the streets of St Helier next month as Jersey Hospice Care’s annual Santa Dash returns with a new town centre route.
The event will take place on Thursday 3 December, with participants setting off from West’s Centre at midday before making their way along King Street and around Broad Street.
The approximately one-mile course will finish back at West’s Centre, where participants will be treated to mince pies and medals.
Organisers are encouraging individuals, families, friends and work colleagues to sign up, with the event open to all ages and abilities.
Participants can run, jog, scoot or walk the route, with the emphasis on taking part and supporting Jersey Hospice Care rather than competing.
Marina Brockbank, from Jersey Hospice Care, said the new route would help bring the festive atmosphere into the heart of town.
“We’re really excited about the new route for this year’s Santa Dash. By bringing the event through the heart of town, we hope it creates an even bigger festive atmosphere and allows more people to join in the fun,” she said.
“There’s something truly special about seeing hundreds of Santas running through King Street, spreading Christmas cheer while supporting Jersey Hospice Care.”
A Santa suit will be provided as part of the registration fee, although participants are welcome to wear their own festive fancy dress.
The event is being sponsored by Ogier for the third consecutive year.
Nicola Carroll, Corporate Social Responsibility at Ogier, said: “We’re delighted to continue supporting Jersey Hospice Care’s Santa Dash. It’s become a real festive favourite with our colleagues, and we’re looking forward to getting suited and booted once again and joining hundreds of Santas through the heart of St Helier.
“Most importantly, it’s a brilliant way to have some festive fun while raising vital funds for Jersey’s only hospice.”
