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Santa Dash - Horwich

Horwich, United Kingdom • 20 Dec 2026

Santa Dash - Horwich

The Santa Dash in Horwich is a festive running event. It is a fancy dress run of 4 miles. Fancy dress is encouraged but not compulsory. Prizes are awarded for Best Fancy Dress, and there are surprise spot prizes along the route.

The event is organized by a family-run events team. The atmosphere is described as friendly and inclusive. Supporters are encouraged to attend and cheer on participants. All finishers receive a Christmas-themed medal.

The run starts opposite Curley’s Dining Rooms & Fisheries and is based at the Jolly Crofters Public House in Horwich, Bolton. The course uses local roads and paths around the historic Lancashire town. The route is fully marshalled, clearly arrowed, and designed to be safe and enjoyable.

Event timing is provided by chip timing. The event has a cutoff time of 1 hour 45 minutes. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United Kingdom North West (England) Horwich

Race information

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4 Miles
Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
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