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Frequently asked questions
Below are answers to some frequently asked questions. If you still have a question, please use the “Contact us” button at the foot of this page and we will endeavour to answer your query as soon as we can. • What is a Santa Fun Run • What is the aim of the Fun Run • How fit do I have to be • Medical record form • COVID-19 Regulations • What does it cost • How much should I raise in sponsorship • What is the route and how difficult is it • What do I get for my entry fee • When should I enter • Can I enter on the day • What happens if I am ill or just can't make it on the day • Where will the money raised go • A number of us want to run together, can we send one cheque to • I am a wheelchair user, can I take part • Can I bring a pushchair or buggy • What about dogs • Can my sponsors use Gift Aid to maximise the amount raised • How do I arrange sponsorship • Santa suit collection • Do I have to sign-in when I arrive • Changing facilities at the venue • Lockers for your possessions • What do I need to wear • Can I park at the venue • Are there toilets • Can someone else run instead of me • What time should I arrive at the venue • ResultsWhat is a Santa Fun Run
First of all, it is not a race. This is a Fun Run of 5 kilometres through the park of Packington Hall estate. You can run, jog or walk it. It is open to any age and ability, individual, family or group, you decide. As part of the fun run, the entry fee includes a Santa Suit for you to wear during the run. You may keep the suit. All entrants will receive a medal upon completion of the course. For health & safety reasons, no skateboards, roller blades, cycling, etc., will be allowed on the run.What is the aim of the Fun Run
First of all, it will be fun. But the real aim is to raise funds for our charities. We hope you will raise sponsorship when you do the Fun Run. We also allow you to raise funds for your own charities. Just let us know how much you raised so we know how successful the run has been.How fit do I have to be
This is very much a fun run and the majority of people entering will not be serious runners. The event is all about taking part, so whether you run, jog or walk, we really don’t mind.Medical record form
We strongly recommend that you complete a medical record, regardless of whether you have a medical condition or not. The reason being that our first aiders cannot administer any drugs without this form. It will help them to help you in case of a medical emergency.COVID-19 Regulations
Even though all COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we recommend that you take care and keep all of us safe. If you have any COVID-19 symptoms we recommend that you do not participate in the Fun Run.What does it cost
The entry fee is: • Adults - £15 • Children under 16 - £7.50. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times on the course. The entry fee covers administration, running costs, the Santa Suit and a commemorative medal. All money left over will go to our charities. We regret that we cannot refund your registration fee once you have paid.How much should I raise in sponsorship
To help our charities we hope that each entrant will raise as much as possible by obtaining sponsorships. Raising money for good causes makes all the effort worthwhile. You can download a sponsor form on the registration page or click here. All monies raised must be paid in no later than 31st January 2025.What is the route and how difficult is it
The route is shown on the “Route” page. The route is easy going and suitable for all abilities. It is Wheelchair friendly in the main path. The far loop is a track and can be missed by wheelchair users. There will be stewards at key points to guide you. We will have also have First Aiders on site. We aim to make the run as safe as possible.What do I get for my entry fee
You will be given a Santa Suit (one size for adults and a smaller size for children). You can collect your Santa Suit from the Budgen shop in Meriden from 15 November. You will also get a medal when you complete the course. We will also provide bottled water. There will be toilets available.When should I enter
The sooner, the better. Once registration is open, you can register on the “Registration” page either online or using the registration form. We do allow registration on the day, but we really hope you will register beforehand so you can raise sponsorship for your run.Can I enter on the day
Yes, we will accept registrations on the day. Make sure you arrive in good time. We do hope you register beforehand as that makes it easier for all of us and you will have received your Santa Suit before the event.What happens if I am ill or just can't make it on the day
If you are ill, please do not attempt to come. Your health and well-being comes first. We regret however that there can be no refunds for non-attendance. We do recommend that all participants complete a “Medical record” form where you can record your medical details and the person to contact in case of any emergencies. Please carry this with you during the event.Where will the money raised go
This Fun Run is in aid of the following charities: Marie Curie Cancer Care Other Rotary and local Charities A number of us want to run together, can we send one cheque to cover us all Yes, just send the forms in together with one cheque to cover everyone or you can register online. You may like to display your group's, company or your name on your Santa suits - it's free advertising!I am a wheelchair user, can I take part
Yes you can, but you must be accompanied by a suitable helper. And don’t forget the Medical form. Please start from the back and we recommend that you miss out the far loop as that is a track only.Can I bring a pushchair or buggy
Yes, but we would ask that you start at the back and are aware of and are considerate to other participants along the way and we recommend that you miss out the far loop as that is a track only.What about dogs
You are welcome to bring dogs but make sure that they are on a lead and that you start at the back. And please remove any dog excrement as this can cause problems for the deer that are roaming around.Can my sponsors use Gift Aid to maximise the amount raised
Yes please! Encourage your sponsors, if they are UK Tax payers, to tick the "Gift Aid" box on the sponsorship form. This enables us to obtain gift aid on your sponsorship at no cost to you or your sponsor. Do understand that other taxes such as VAT and Council Tax do not qualify. You also understand we will reclaim 25p of tax on every £1 that you give. It is important that each sponsor provides their home address and postal code. If this is not completed, the Inland Revenue will not agree to Gift Aid.How do I arrange sponsorship
You can download a sponsorship form for you to use. Click the relevant button on the “Registration” page. You can use any online sponsorship website to collect sponsorship. The Rotary Club does not recommend any specific website.Santa suit collection
So that you are wearing your Santa suit when you do the run, you can collect these from Budgen shop in Meriden from 15 November. You will need to show them your order confirmation.Do I have to sign-in when I arrive
Yes. For health & safety reasons, we need to know who is taking part, so it is important that everyone signs in on arrival. We recommend that you also carry a completed “Medical record” form with you during the run.Changing facilities at the venue
There will be marquees available at the grounds. These will be for people to change, for the signing-in, registrations and for refreshments.Lockers for your possessions
We will not provide individual lockers.What do I need to wear
You should wear comfortable and warm clothing under the Santa Suit suitable for the weather conditions on the day. Suitable footwear is highly recommended.Can I park at the venue
Parking at Packington Hall is available. We will provide signs directing you to the car park facilities.Are there toilets
Yes, there will be toilet facilities at the venue.Can someone else run instead of me
No. For health & safety and insurance reasons, we need to know exactly who you are from your registration.What time should I arrive at the venue
Aim to get there by 10.15am. This will leave enough time to park, register and for runners and joggers to warm up.Results
The Santa Fun Run is not a serious running event so we will not be recording results.
Last updated: 08 November 2024 - Contact us: Click here
All copyrights and trademarks are acknowledged.
This site © Rotary International. All rights reserved.
This site uses cookies. See our Privacy policy for more information.
Frequently asked questions
Below are answers to some frequently asked questions. If you still have a question, please use the “Contact us” button at the foot of this page and we will endeavour to answer your query as soon as we can. • What is a Santa Fun Run • What is the aim of the Fun Run • How fit do I have to be • Medical record form • COVID-19 Regulations • What does it cost • How much should I raise in sponsorship • What is the route and how difficult is it • What do I get for my entry fee • When should I enter • Can I enter on the day • What happens if I am ill or just can't make it on the day • Where will the money raised go • A number of us want to run together, can we send one cheque to • I am a wheelchair user, can I take part • Can I bring a pushchair or buggy • What about dogs • Can my sponsors use Gift Aid to maximise the amount raised • How do I arrange sponsorship • Santa suit collection • Do I have to sign-in when I arrive • Changing facilities at the venue • Lockers for your possessions • What do I need to wear • Can I park at the venue • Are there toilets • Can someone else run instead of me • What time should I arrive at the venue • ResultsWhat is a Santa Fun Run
First of all, it is not a race. This is a Fun Run of 5 kilometres through the park of Packington Hall estate. You can run, jog or walk it. It is open to any age and ability, individual, family or group, you decide. As part of the fun run, the entry fee includes a Santa Suit for you to wear during the run. You may keep the suit. All entrants will receive a medal upon completion of the course. For health & safety reasons, no skateboards, roller blades, cycling, etc., will be allowed on the run.What is the aim of the Fun Run
First of all, it will be fun. But the real aim is to raise funds for our charities. We hope you will raise sponsorship when you do the Fun Run. We also allow you to raise funds for your own charities. Just let us know how much you raised so we know how successful the run has been.How fit do I have to be
This is very much a fun run and the majority of people entering will not be serious runners. The event is all about taking part, so whether you run, jog or walk, we really don’t mind.Medical record form
We strongly recommend that you complete a medical record, regardless of whether you have a medical condition or not. The reason being that our first aiders cannot administer any drugs without this form. It will help them to help you in case of a medical emergency.COVID-19 Regulations
Even though all COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, we recommend that you take care and keep all of us safe. If you have any COVID-19 symptoms we recommend that you do not participate in the Fun Run.What does it cost
The entry fee is: • Adults - £15 • Children under 16 - £7.50. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times on the course. The entry fee covers administration, running costs, the Santa Suit and a commemorative medal. All money left over will go to our charities. We regret that we cannot refund your registration fee once you have paid.How much should I raise in
sponsorship
To help our charities we hope that each entrant will raise as much as possible by obtaining sponsorships. Raising money for good causes makes all the effort worthwhile. You can download a sponsor form on the registration page or click here. All monies raised must be paid in no later than 31st January 2025.What is the route and how
difficult is it
The route is shown on the “Route” page. The route is easy going and suitable for all abilities. It is Wheelchair friendly in the main path. The far loop is a track and can be missed by wheelchair users. There will be stewards at key points to guide you. We will have also have First Aiders on site. We aim to make the run as safe as possible.What do I get for my entry fee
You will be given a Santa Suit (one size for adults and a smaller size for children). You can collect your Santa Suit from the Budgen shop in Meriden from 15 November. You will also get a medal when you complete the course. We will also provide bottled water. There will be toilets available.When should I enter
The sooner, the better. Once registration is open, you can register on the “Registration” page either online or using the registration form. We do allow registration on the day, but we really hope you will register beforehand so you can raise sponsorship for your run.Can I enter on the day
Yes, we will accept registrations on the day. Make sure you arrive in good time. We do hope you register beforehand as that makes it easier for all of us and you will have received your Santa Suit before the event.What happens if I am ill or just
can't make it on the day
If you are ill, please do not attempt to come. Your health and well-being comes first. We regret however that there can be no refunds for non-attendance. We do recommend that all participants complete a “Medical record” form where you can record your medical details and the person to contact in case of any emergencies. Please carry this with you during the event.Where will the money raised go
This Fun Run is in aid of the following charities: Marie Curie Cancer Care Other Rotary and local Charities A number of us want to run together, can we send one cheque to cover us all Yes, just send the forms in together with one cheque to cover everyone or you can register online. You may like to display your group's, company or your name on your Santa suits - it's free advertising!I am a wheelchair user, can I take
part
Yes you can, but you must be accompanied by a suitable helper. And don’t forget the Medical form. Please start from the back and we recommend that you miss out the far loop as that is a track only.Can I bring a pushchair or buggy
Yes, but we would ask that you start at the back and are aware of and are considerate to other participants along the way and we recommend that you miss out the far loop as that is a track only.What about dogs
You are welcome to bring dogs but make sure that they are on a lead and that you start at the back. And please remove any dog excrement as this can cause problems for the deer that are roaming around.Can my sponsors use Gift Aid to
maximise the amount raised
Yes please! Encourage your sponsors, if they are UK Tax payers, to tick the "Gift Aid" box on the sponsorship form. This enables us to obtain gift aid on your sponsorship at no cost to you or your sponsor. Do understand that other taxes such as VAT and Council Tax do not qualify. You also understand we will reclaim 25p of tax on every £1 that you give. It is important that each sponsor provides their home address and postal code. If this is not completed, the Inland Revenue will not agree to Gift Aid.How do I arrange sponsorship
You can download a sponsorship form for you to use. Click the relevant button on the “Registration” page. You can use any online sponsorship website to collect sponsorship. The Rotary Club does not recommend any specific website.Santa suit collection
So that you are wearing your Santa suit when you do the run, you can collect these from Budgen shop in Meriden from 15 November. You will need to show them your order confirmation.Do I have to sign-in when I arrive
Yes. For health & safety reasons, we need to know who is taking part, so it is important that everyone signs in on arrival. We recommend that you also carry a completed “Medical record” form with you during the run.Changing facilities at the venue
There will be marquees available at the grounds. These will be for people to change, for the signing-in, registrations and for refreshments.Lockers for your possessions
We will not provide individual lockers.What do I need to wear
You should wear comfortable and warm clothing under the Santa Suit suitable for the weather conditions on the day. Suitable footwear is highly recommended.Can I park at the venue
Parking at Packington Hall is available. We will provide signs directing you to the car park facilities.Are there toilets
Yes, there will be toilet facilities at the venue.Can someone else run instead of
me
No. For health & safety and insurance reasons, we need to know exactly who you are from your registration.What time should I arrive at the
venue
Aim to get there by 10.15am. This will leave enough time to park, register and for runners and joggers to warm up.Results
The Santa Fun Run is not a serious running event so we will not be recording results.
