The Christie Festive Dash

What is the Festive Dash?

The Christie Festive Dash is a 5k running event being held on Sunday 26 November 2023. Money raised from the event goes to the support The Christie Charity.

The route will be a 2.5K loop round Heaton Park.

Where does the Festive Dash take place?

The Festive Dash takes place at Heaton Park, M25 2SW.  

Should I run or walk?

The Christie Festive Dash is not a race and is a non-competitive, non-timed event, open to all ages and abilities. Participants can walk, jog or run and bypass obstacles / elements if necessary.

Is my registration fee refundable?

If the event is cancelled due to a situation beyond our control, your registration fee will be non-refundable.

If the event is cancelled by The Christie Charity due to concern or restriction imposed by the Government regarding COVID-19 which would mean the event in unable to take place, we will try to arrange the event to take place at a later date, but we cannot guarantee this will happen. If we are unable to rearrange another date, we will refund your registration fee.

What is included in the registration fee?

Your registration fee includes a free Christie T-shirt, finishers medal available on completion, and there is an optional additional charge for a Santa costume to be included.

Do I have to fundraise?

All participants are asked to fundraise a minimum of £50. Get in touch with a member of our events team if you would like any fundraising materials or need any advice, we are here to help!

Who can take part?

The event is suitable for all ages. We ask that children under the age of 16 are accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.

We welcome wheelchair users, prams and pushchairs, however the route may include grass and paths which could be uneven, wet, muddy or slippery and challenging in places, therefore we advise you check your chair can accommodate this and you may wish to bring someone along to help. Please ensure that you have taken this into consideration before booking, if you would like further information please contact the organiser prior to booking, for more details.

Will the event be timed?

No.

Will there be refreshments?

Water will be provided for all participants.  

Will there be first aid?

Yes, there will be first aiders. We all ask all participants to provide emergency contact details on the back of their race number.

Where can I park?

Heaton Park has a number of parking spaces available. The closest car parks to the start line are the Hall Car Park and St Margaret's Road Car Park. Pay and Display charges will apply on the day.

By participating in the Festive Dash in aid of The Christie Charity (Registered charity no. 1201654), you are deemed to have agreed to the following Terms and Conditions:

• By providing your details we will contact you by email, telephone and mail about your fundraising and your participation in relation to the event.
• Participants should be satisfied that they are fit to take part before entering the event. If you have any doubts, please refer to your GP.
• Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and be always supervised during the event.
• Participants must not be under the influence of alcohol or any other substances.
• The Christie Charity reserves the right to prohibit individuals from taking part.
• You permit the Christie to use any photographs taken during the event for any advertising or editorial purposes, including on the internet.
• You accept that The Christie Charity are not liable for your possessions during the event.
• Your safety, and that of everyone else at the event, is of paramount importance to us. The Christie Charity will take reasonable care to ensure that the event is conducted in a safe manner, but liability cannot be accepted for any damage, injury or loss arising from the negligence of participants (whether through failure to observe the rules of the event or otherwise).
• If the Festive Dash is delayed or cancelled due to a situation beyond our control, we will try to re arrange the event to take place at a later date but cannot guarantee this will happen. Registration fees will be non-refundable under these circumstances.
• If the Festive Dash is cancelled by The Christie Charity due to restrictions imposed by the Government regarding COVID-19 or its variants, which would mean the event is unable to place as originally planned, we will try to rearrange the event to take place on an alternative date, but we cannot guarantee this will happen. If we are unable to rearrange another date, you will be able to request a refund or kindly gift your registration fee to The Christie Charity.
• The Christie Charity reserves the right to change the publicised route at any point up to the day of the event.
• The Christie Charity reserves the right to make changes to these Terms and Conditions where necessary from time to time.