We would like to say a huge THANK YOU to all the Festive Santa’s and Little Helpers who walked, jogged and ran the 5km course at Victoria Park in Leicester on the 4th and Wollaton Park in Nottingham on the 11th December. We had a fantastic turnout for both events which reached over 250 participants at each event! We hope you all enjoyed the day! Leicester City’s Steve Walsh entertained the crowds with commentary at the Leicester event and the wonderful Pete James from Mansfield 103.2 FM in Nottingham...there was plenty of Christmas songs being sung!
It was a fantastic sight to see hundreds of Santa’s take part and would like to thank both Leicester City Council and Nottingham Council for their support in our event, the caterer ‘Number 1 Food Company’, Panda Hire, Steve Walsh, Pete James plus all those that volunteered their time on the both days – our events would not be possible without you!
Thank you to those participants that have already sent in your sponsorship money, it’s not too late to either start your fundraising or send it to us! Why not set up a Just Giving site for ease?!
We are on the process of uploading our pictures in the Gallery section so take a peek and hope you can spot yourselves!
On behalf of the whole team, we would like to wish you all a very Happy Christmas and Festive Wishes for the New Year! X
The Great Nottingham Santa Run, 11th December 2011
The Great Nottingham 5km Santa Run will be held again in the grounds of Wollaton Park, Nottingham which has great routes. Standing on a natural hill three miles west of Nottingham City Centre, Wollaton Hall is set in five hundred acres of spectacular gardens and parkland.
The Great Nottingham Santa Run participants are in for an extra special treat this year, Charlotte Hashim, UK Zumba® fitness instructor will be leading the Santa's and Elves through a special Christmas warm up to ensure they are ready and raring to go! The warm up begins at 10.00am
Find out more about Wollaton Park
Nottingham Pre-Race Information for Entrants
Manual Entry Forms Can not be accepted after the 6th December 2011
Wollaton Hall, Gardens & Deer Park, Wollaton, Nottingham, NG8 2AE
Wollaton Hall is a spectacular Elizabethan mansion in the heart of Nottingham. It is a prominent Grade One Listed building and visitors of all ages are welcome to visit the hall and park.
For opening times for the Hall and museums please visit http://www.wollatonhall.org.uk/
Facilities & Access
Cafe in the Courtyard
A stylish addition to the Wollaton site, serving a range of hot and cold refreshments.
Shop
Located in the Courtyard Stables, the shop stocks an extensive range of crafts, souvenirs, gifts and books, and is open all year round.
Car parking
Car parks are located throughout the site, with a charge of £2 for 3 hours or £4 per day. Disabled Badge Holders may park free of charge. There is limited parking for blue badge holders outside the front entrance of the Hall.
Access
Wollaton Hall staff are always keen to help the public get the most out of their visit to the site. Disabled visitors and those with limited mobility should be aware that there is:
- Lift access
- A 'Changing Places' toilet and height adjustable changing bench is available. Users are requested to bring their own slings and register before use at the Industrial Museum reception.
- Tactile models of the park and hall with audio descriptions
- A route plan with guide in Braille
- A signed welcome video
- Subtitled videos
How to get here By Car
Wollaton Hall is 3 miles to the west of the city centre and can be found by following the brown signs from the A52 or the A6514. From the M1 take junction 25 and follow the signs.
Nottingham Pre-Race Information for Entrants
The Great Nottingham Santa Run
Sunday 11th December 2011 at Wollaton Hall and Deer Park.
Thank you for entering the Great Nottingham Santa Run helping to raise money for When You Wish Upon A Star. We are delighted you are taking part in this event.
Check in on the day
Entrants must check in between 9am and 10.15am on the day of the race at Wollaton Park, situated near the main car park in front of the Hall. There will be a tent for pre – registered Entrants and a tent for on the day registrations.
Race Start
10.30am
Pre- Registered Tent
Please bring along your registration numbers which will be on your confirmation print off. Suits and Hats will be given out on the day from the pre – registration tent between 9am and 10.15am. You can also hand in your sponsor forms and any monies collected.
On The Day Registration
You will be able to register on the day between 9am and 10.15am, however please be aware that there will be a limited amount of extra Santa Suits and Elves Hats available.
Parking
Car parks are located throughout the site, with a charge of £2 for 3 hours or £4 per day. Disabled Badge Holders may park free of charge. There is limited parking for blue badge holders outside the front entrance of the Hall.
Your Santa suit
We suggest that you wear your suit over your outerwear; changing facilities at the venue are limited.
It is advised that an additional belt is brought along to keep the trousers up, to ensure they will stay secure throughout the run. Please carry on you an emergency contact number.
Valuables
Lock any valuables away in your car out of view as you have responsibility over your personal
possessions.
Warm Up
The Great Nottingham Santa Run participants are in for
an extra special treat this year, Charlotte Hashim, UK Zumba® fitness
instructor will be leading the Santa's and Elves through a special Christmas
warm up to ensure they are ready and raring to go! The warm up begins at
10.00am
Lost Children
The area for any children who get separated from parents will be the pre- registered tent which will be occupied at all times.
Refreshments
There will be a refreshment van to purchase food and drink.
Race Medals
These will be given out at the finish line.
Clothing
Runners are advised to wear appropriate footwear for running, jogging or walking the routes.
Sponsorship
Please bring your sponsorship form to the registration desk. Alternatively for a quick and easy way to get people to sponsor you, send them a link after you have set up a JustGiving page.
Adverse weather
In the event of adverse weather or other conditions, where the race may be prevented from taking place or delayed, please check the Santa Run website, or Like ‘When You Wish Upon a Star’ on Facebook alternately follow us on Twitter for any updates or advice on race status. www.thesantarun.org.uk
The entry fee is non-transferable and non-refundable (see terms and conditions on website)
Email head.office@thesantarun.org.uk
We look forward to seeing you on the day!