FESTIVE fundraisers are being urged to get their skates on if they want to take advantage of an early bird offer for this year's Chester Santa Dash.

The annual event returns on Sunday, December 2, supporting the Hospice of the Good Shepherd and The Countess Charity.

The family-friendly fundraising event is now celebrating its eighth successful year of taking fun runners around Chester’s iconic landmarks including The Grosvenor Park, Amphitheatre, Eastgate Clock, Chester Cathedral and Chester Town Hall.

Those wishing to secure the £12.50 early bird offer should book their place before October 31. The fee pays for their own Santa Suit, refreshments and a medal.

Justin Caroe, community fundraiser, said: “We are delighted to be doing the Santa Dash again this year with The Countess Charity fundraising team.

“This is our eighth year of running the event and is one of our flagship fundraisers so make sure you don’t miss out on the early bird price of £12.50!”

The entire dash is 3.3km and is perfect for families and little ones to get involved with a range of entertainment to keep spirits high as they make their way around the route.

So far, more than 600 people are confirmed to participate.

The Hospice of the Good Shepherd has helped thousands of residents with life-limiting illnesses and relies on donations and fundraising to continue to help even more people in the community.

The Countess Charity generates and manages charitable income to enhance and improve patient facilities at the Countess of Chester Hospital. They work with the local community, corporates and grant making trusts to raise money for more than 80 funds across the hospital – each one making a real difference to patient care.

To book a place at Chester’s annual Santa Dash, visit www.chestersantadash.com. For more details, call the Hospice of the Good Shepherd’s fundraising office on 01244 851 811 or email

fundraising@hospicegs.com.