Nearly 500 runners dressed as either Santa or Rudolph took to the paths of Lydiard Park this morning to raise funds for the Great Western Hospital charity Brighter Futures and Swindon Phoenix Rotary Club nominated, Wiltshire Air Ambulance.
Participants were invited to ‘Run, walk, or jog’ either the 3k or 5k course with a ‘spectacular’ Christmas medal on offer for those taking part.
Community and Events Fundraising manager for Brighter Futures, Kenresa Stratford said of the runners: “We’re really happy with the turnout today.
“It’s cold and windy today so for everyone that has turned up we really appreciate it.”
Also attending the event, and announcing his intention to run in next years event, Swindon Mayor Abdul Amin said: “It’s great to see such a wonderful turnout. What a wonderful way to raise money for two great causes.
“This is my first time at the event and I am going to watch the runners very closely in anticipation of joining them next year.”
