THE St Helens Santa Dash is returning this December, with registration now open.

The festive family-friendly 4k fun run around the Green Flag award-winning Victoria Park will be held on Saturday, December 7.

Organised by St Helens Borough Council's Active Lives and Sports Development service, it is suitable for all abilities.

This year's run follows on from previous successful events over the years which have seen hundreds of people take part and thousands of pounds raised for the mayor’s charity.

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This year, all proceeds will go to the St Helens Young Carers Centre, supported by the Mayor of St Helens Borough Council, Jeanette Banks.

Last year saw £650 raised from last year’s event which was donated to the Deafness Resource Centre in Dentons Green.

Organiser, Gemma Ireland, an active lives and sports development officer for St Helens Borough Council, said: "The St Helens Santa Dash is always a popular choice given the community and festive feel it brings.

"It’s about offering an affordable activity that all the family can take part in that provides the perfect mixture of fun and fitness.

“It’s an event we very much look forward to putting on for residents every year - and If you've never done it before - I'd encourage you do sign up and give it a go as it's completely inclusive and a whole lot of festive fun."

How to register for the St Helens Santa Dash 2024

Entry to take part in this event is £5 for adults and £2 for children and young people aged 5-18 which includes a Santa hat and medal. Children under 5 can take part free of charge.

St Helens Santa Dash will take place in Victoria Park on Saturday, December 7 at 11am.

To register, visit: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/st-helens-santa-dash-2024-tickets-1074167185969