Shropshire Santa Run 5K
Join Shropshire’s largest Santa Run and bring a flash of red to the streets of Oswestry with thousands of runners dressed as Santa Claus to spread festive fun and burn a few cheeky calories for the holidays.
The streets of Oswestry will transform into a festive course for everyone to enjoy from 11 years old up. Run the course with your family and friends to burn away those mince pies.
Race HQ Start / Finish
Memorial Hall, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2EG
Race Day Schedule
Arrive in Oswestry: 8 am
Warm Up: 8:45 am
Race Start: 9 am
Parking
Bailey Head car park SY11 1PZ or Salop Rd Central Car Park SY11 2NR.
Spectator Information
The race will take place on fully closed roads for the safety of the runners and the volunteers. Spectators are advised to listen to Marshals and stay off the course until runners have passed. Suggested viewing areas are the start and finish on Church Street.
About Shropshire Santa Run
Perfect for all 5K runners from 11 years old up, this is a festive fun run suitable for all. Each participant will receive a 5-piece Santa suit and a Christmas-themed finisher medal.
Santa Suit Pickup
The Lounge, Cross Street, Oswestry, Shropshire, SY11 2NG
Wednesday 2nd December: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Thursday 3rd December: 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Friday 4th December: 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Race HQ – Memorial Hall
Sunday 6th December: 7:00 am till 8:15 am
Entries Include:
- 5-piece Santa suit
- Christmas themed medal
- Fully closed roads
- Festive atmosphere
- Silver Band Playing Christmas Music