Santa Dash 2025

Get in the festive spirit by taking part in The Myton Hospice’s famous Santa Dash in Leamington Spa!

Nothing says ‘Christmas’ quite like pulling on festive wear and running, jogging, or walking 5km for your local charity.

Sunday 14th December...

Raised so far

£41,479

Our goal

£60,000

Join us for Warwickshire's Largest Santa Dash!

Dressed head to mistle-toe in a santa suit or other festive clothing, join fellow dashers on Sunday 14th December at 9am as you run, jog or walk around Victoria Park and Leamington Spa throughout our 5K route.

Yule even be able to meet the main man himself, with Santa congratulating you on the finish line with festive face painting, food vendors and an inflatable snow globe!

Fun for all the family, children can also take part in our Mini Dash.

Starting at 10:05am, our Mini Dash is open for children under the age of 8, receiving a medal from Santa himself!

And of course, we can’t forget our Santa Paws! Enter your festive pooch into our Best Dressed Dog competition to be in with the chance to win some amazing prizes!

Every dasher taking part will win a Santa Dash medal which you can proudly hang on your tree!

Food and drink will be available to purchase on the day with a variety of breakfast items. You can enjoy the variety of Christmas performances and sing along to the classic carols to get you into the Christmas spirit - it’s the time that every santa has a ball after all! 

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Date

Sunday 14th December | 9am

Price

Adult £19 / Child £8

Location

Victoria Park, Leamington Spa

Join Warwickshire's largest Santa Dash and support your local hospice this Christmas!

We suggest a minimum sponsorship of £50 per person, or a minimum sponsorship of £100 for a family of four to become one of Santa’s Little Helpers.

As a big thank you for your incredible dedication to fundraising, you will receive a reversable red and silver glitter Santa Hat, delicious mince pie and hot drink from the VIP Fundraiser tent.

We will be there with you for every step of your fundraising journey with fantastic support and a festive training plan!

We are confident that with your support we can raise £60,000 from this event which could fund the recruitment, training & salary for a registered nurse for one year!

1. Register

Sign up online in just a few minutes, whether you're taking part on your own or as a team. Once you're registered, you can invite others to join your team at any time.

2. Raise vital funds

We suggest a minimum sponsorship of £50 per person, or a minimum sponsorship of £100 for a family of four to become one of Santa’s Little Helpers where you'll receive exclusive goodies and VIP perks.

3. Ready, Set, Ho

Take part in Warwickshire’s largest Santa Dash and have a fantastic time throughout our 5K route, while raising vital funds for your local hospice. Your support will help ensure our patients and their families receive the care they deserve this Christmas.

Support your local hospice!

Your dedication to fundraising supports our patients and their families. Our vital work wouldn’t be possible without you and we cannot thank you enough!

Frequently Asked Questions

📅 When and where is The Myton Hospices Santa Dash taking place?

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The Santa Dash takes place on Sunday 14th December at Victoria Park, Leamington Spa (CV31 3PH). Registration opens at 9am.

🏃‍♀️ What is the distance and do I have to run?

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Our Santa Dash is 5k (that’s just over 3 miles) – but it’s entirely up to you how you complete it!

You can run, jog, walk, dash or even dance your way to the finish line.

The aim is to have fun while supporting your local hospice.

🗺️ What is the route?

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🎄 Is the Santa Dash route accessible for wheelchairs and pushchairs?

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Yes! The Santa Dash route is fully accessible for both wheelchairs and pushchairs.

Whether you're dashing with little ones in tow or taking part in a wheelchair yourself, you’ll be able to join in the festive fun with ease.

If you have any specific accessibility questions or requirements, feel free to get in touch with us - we're here to help make the event as inclusive and enjoyable as possible!

You can contact us here.

🕘 What is the schedule for the day?

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  • 9:00am – Registration opens / Royal Brass Band (Set 1)
  • 9:45am – Best Dressed Dog Competition
  • 9:50am – Christmas Performance
  • 10:05am – Mini Dash Warm-Up
  • 10:10am – Mini Dash (for under 8s)
  • 10:25am – Main Dash Warm-Up
  • 10:30am – Santa Dash 5k Start (with festive snow!)
  • 10:30am – Royal Brass Band (Set 2)
  • 10:45am onwards – Mince pies, mulled wine & Christmas carols
  • 11:15am – Christmas Performance

🎟️ What are the entry fees and when does the Early Bird Discount end?

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Our Early Bird Discount ends Sunday 17th November. Prices are:

  • Adults: £14 (Early Bird) / £19 (Standard)
  • Children: £6 (Early Bird) / £7 (Standard)

Mini Dash for children under 8 is free and no registration is required.

🎅 What are the Santa Suit and T-Shirts prices?

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To help reduce the impact on the environment, you are welcome to wear your own festive attire.

However, Santa Suits and Myton Christmas T-Shirts (which come with a Santa Hat) are also available to purchase for:

£5 each (while stocks last).

Sizes available:

  • Adult Santa suits: One size fits all
  • Adult T-Shirts: S, M, L, XL, XXL, 3XL
  • Child Santa suits: 5–8 years / 9–14 years
  • Child Elf suits: 5–8 years
  • Child T-Shirts: 5–6, 7–8, 9–11, 12–13 years

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Kindly sponsored by

The Myton Hospices - Dennis Eagle