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Rebecca Fatharly

Santa Dash

Watford Mencap brings back the festive fun with Santa Dash 2025 


Get ready to lace up your trainers, don your Santa hat, and spread some festive cheer! Watford Mencap is thrilled to announce the return of its much-loved Santa Dash at the beautiful Cassiobury Park on Sunday 7th December 2025. 


This year’s event features a 5K Santa Dash and a 1K Fun Run, making it the perfect festive activity for runners, families, and supporters of all ages and abilities. Starting from Cassiobury Hub at 10:00 AM, the Santa Dash promises a morning filled with joy, community spirit, and the sight of hundreds of Santas dashing through the park 


But the Santa Dash is more than just festive fun. Every stride taken and every pound raised will go directly towards supporting Watford Mencap’s essential services for people with learning disabilities. From advocacy and housing to activities and family support, your involvement will help empower individuals to live fulfilling, independent lives. 


“The Santa Dash is one of our favourite events of the year,” said Michelle Hamilton, Fundraising Manager at Watford Mencap. “It brings the whole community together in festive spirit while making a real difference to people with learning disabilities in Watford and the surrounding areas. Whether you’re a seasoned runner or just looking for a fun day out with family and friends, we’d love you to join us.” 


  • 1K Fun Run: £9.50 per person 
  • 5K Santa Dash: £14.50 per person 


Costumes, festive fun, and community spirit are all guaranteed, and every step helps raise funds for a great cause. 


Event Details: 


  • Date: Sunday 7th December 2025 
  • Time:


  • 09:00 Registration opens
  • 10.00 Registration closes (1K Fun Runners)
  • 10.00 Warm up
  • 10.15 Registration closes (5K runners)
  • 10:15 1K starts
  • 10:30 5K starts



  • Location: Cassiobury Hub, Cassiobury Park, Watford WD18 7LG 

 


How to Get Involved: 


Let’s make this year’s Santa Dash bigger and better than ever. Run, walk, or jog but most importantly, do it dressed as Santa and help Watford Mencap continue its life-changing work. 



Press Contact: 


Rebecca Fatharly 


Watford Mencap 


Email: rfatharly@watfordmencap.org.uk 


Phone: 01923 713620   

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