Early bid prices for fun run

A charity is to hold its first Santa Run in Newark.

Reach Learning Disability will host the 2k fun run at Sconce and Devon Park on Sunday, December 9, starting at 11am.

It aims to raise money for Reach, which has bases in Southwell, Newark and Mansfield that helps people with learning difficulties.

Early-bird entry prices are available until a week today — children (15 and under) £5, adults £10. A child entry will then cost £6.50, adults £12.

Organisers said the course was family friendly and participants could run, jog or walk through the park.

Carol singers and hot-chocolate stops will be along the fun run route, and there will be a Santa’s grotto at the finish line.

Participants are expected to raise a minimum of £10 sponsorship and prizes will be awarded for the best-dressed adult, best-dressed child and best-dressed dog. All entrants will receive a free medal, mince pie and Santa suit.

For details go to www.reachuk.org/fundraising/santa-run or call Sarah Cobb on 01636 819066.