Christmas Pudding Dash
Hastings, United Kingdom • 19 Dec 2026
Christmas Pudding Dash
The Christmas Pudding Dash is a multi-terrain cross country event near Pett, Hastings, organised by Nice Work. It returns for its 20th year and includes a main race, a fun run and a children's scurry. The route runs through farmland and woods around the village of Pett and is described as undulating and muddy. The main looped course advertised as five miles is noted to be closer to 4.2 miles.
Race details
- 5 Mile (about 4.2 miles), single loop
- 2 Mile Fun Run
- Drumsticks Scurry (junior/children's race)
The event raises funds for Shelter. Included for entrants are a bespoke medal, free photographs, and trophies and prizes for leading runners, plus a prize for best dressed runner in festive fancy dress. On-the-day entry fees (subject to availability) are listed as £25 for the five-mile event, £9 for the two-mile fun run and £7 for the Drumsticks Scurry. Parking at Pett Village Hall is limited and allocated on a first come, first served basis. There are nearby train stations at Three Oaks, Ore and Hastings, though each is several miles from the race start. Event information is sent to registered entrants before race day. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.