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600 Santas fill University of Reading campus as Rotary run returns

Phil Creighton by Phil Creighton
Wednesday, December 14, 2022 8:07 am
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FORGET Spartacus, the cry in Reading on Sunday was ‘I’m Santa Claus’ as hundreds of red robed runners took part in a charity fun run.

The Rotary Club of Reading held its annual Santa Run at a new venue – the grounds of the University of Reading.

There were two routes.

The family-friendly 1k run was open to younger runners, wheelchair users, dog owners, and buggies.

Then there was a 5k route, which was open to anyone aged 11 or over.

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The only proviso is they had to run wearing a Santa suit or Elf costume.

And given the very cold temperatures – the mercury was just above freezing – it was almost as if the race was taking place in the North Pole.

Eydis Bjornsdottir, one of the organising team, was delighted with how the event had gone.

“The new venue was winter wonderful, the white fog and frosty trees were absolutely beautiful and incredibly festive,” she said.

“We are so impressed with our hardy runners who braved the icy cold and not only persevered but spread joy throughout the event with their positive nature.”

In all, 600 people became Santa’s little helpers – their entry fees will raise thousands for charity.

Another change this year was the axing of free Santa outfits for participants, in a bid to make the event more environmentally friendly.

“We tried to run the race as economically as possible, given the economic climate, and gave the runners the options of using/reusing their own costumes to minimise waste and increase sustainability, which seems to have gone down well with all.

“Which seems very befitting, considering that the medals were sponsored by University of Reading’s Climate Stripes.”

The final fundraising total will be known in the new year.

Pictures: Dijana Capan/Dvision Images

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