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THERE is just a few days to left to register for the very 1st Run To Anfield 5K charity fun run.

The fundraiser is being organised by the LFC Foundation, official charity of Liverpool Football Club, with event delivery support from independent race organiser BTR Liverpool.

The Run To Anfield 5K takes place on:- Sunday, 8 September 2024.

Almost 1,000 keen participants have already signed up. The event is a fun run and not officially timed as a race, so people can run or walk.

Everyone taking part will collect a commemorative event T-shirt on the morning of the event to wear for the fun run.

The 5K starts and finishes at Paisley Square, Anfield Stadium, before taking scenic route round Stanley Park. Once runners have crossed the finish line, they will collect their bespoke finishers' medal.

They will then enter Anfield Stadium for an iconic and unforgettable end to the event; the opportunity to have their photograph taken at The Kop as they proudly show off their very own 5K medal silverware.

The striking medal design has been revealed; and excitement is steadily building. The event T-shirt will be unveiled in the coming weeks.

The event is open to all ages:- and abilities. Participants under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult.

The event provides a platform for participants to fundraise or to make a 1 off charity donation.

More than £23,000 has been raised so far through the event for the LFC Foundation.

Participants are encouraged:- to achieve a fundraising target of £150 for the LFC Foundation through the official Run To Anfield Just Giving campaign.

Full fundraising instructions will be given after registering for the event.

To sign up for the Run To Anfield 5K visit:- BTRLiverpool.Com.

The entry fee pays to stage and deliver all aspects of the event including:- run numbers, T-shirts, medals, event day staging and safety, and runner facilities.

Matt Parish, CEO of LFC Foundation, commented:- "Whether you're an experienced runner, a lifelong Red, or just looking for a fun and meaningful way to stay active - the Run To Anfield 5K is perfect for all levels of ability. So gather your friends, family, and fellow fans and let's run together for a great cause."

By taking part, participants will not only experience the thrill of following in the footsteps of legends into 1 of football's most historic stadiums; but they will also be raising funds for the LFC Foundation's Health and Wellbeing Programmes which support people of all ages.

The community programmes include encouraging young people to remain active and healthy through the Move initiative, as well as supporting local military veterans.

The LFC Foundation have also built unique schemes such as Red Hot Beats and Sound Minds, combining the 2 famous pillars of Liverpool's history; music and football; to teach coping strategies to children across Liverpool City Region.

The Run To Anfield 5K event delivery is being supported by BTR Liverpool. BTR Liverpool is the leading independent organisation for creating, managing, and delivering headline running events across Liverpool City Region including:- the BTR Liverpool Half Marathon, BTR Mersey Tunnel 10K, BTR Liverpool Santa Dash, and BTR Tour Of Merseyside.

Liverpool Santa Dash Is Back In 100 Days
Photo by Erica Dillon BTR Liverpool

THE iconic BTR Liverpool Santa Dash returns in just 100 days for its milestone 20th Anniversary event on:- Sunday, 1 December 2024.

The 100-day countdown is on:- Friday, 23 August 2024, always an exciting time in the calendar for eager Santas crossing off the days to this year's event.

The BTR Liverpool Santa Dash is thought to be the UK's biggest festive 5K fun run; and is highly regarded as the City's kick-start to Christmas.

Entries are open and 500 places have already been booked by dashing Santas young and old, red and blue.

Online registration is open at:- BTRLiverpool.Com.

Last year, an impressive 6,100 Santas took part in the festive spectacular; making it the biggest turn-out since 2018. And organisers BTR Liverpool are keen to raise the bar even further.

To mark the countdown, organisers BTR Liverpool have announced the 1st 2 partners supporting this year's event.

Claire House Children's Hospice is the Official Event Charity Partner for the BTR Liverpool Santa Dash 2024. Claire House is the children's hospice for Liverpool and beyond, providing the very best care for seriously and terminally ill local children and their families.

In Demand Radio is the Official Event Media Partner. Presenter Claire Simmo will be broadcasting her Sunday show live from the event.

The very 1st Liverpool Santa Dash took place in 2004. It was created by BTR Liverpool Race Director Alan Rothwell.

Over 2 decades, the event has continued to evolve. In 2007, the 1K Mini Dash was introduced for youngsters aged:- 12 and under, while blue Santa suits were added to the fun in 2010 due to public demand.

BTR Liverpool Race Director Alan Rothwell commented:- "When I visited a Santa run in NewTown in Wales in 2003, I was captivated by what saw - and just knew this was something Liverpool really needed. Press the fast forward button and here we are counting down 100 days to our milestone 20th anniversary year. Last year we welcomed 6,100 red, blue and mini Santas to dash round the City Centre - and we want to build on that number even more to make sure we remain the UK's biggest festive 5K fun run. It's a magical day and if you've never seen the spectacle with your own eyes, it really does have to be seen to be believed. It's magical and the perfect way to begin the City's festivities."

BTR Liverpool is the leading independent organisation for creating, managing, and delivering headline running events across Liverpool City Region including:- the BTR Liverpool Half Marathon, BTR Mersey Tunnel 10K, BTR Tour Of Merseyside, Port Sunlight Road Race, and Run For The 97 5K.

The BTR Liverpool Santa Dash starts at Pier Head Liverpool at:- 9.30 am, before taking Santas through Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, and round the City Centre. Santas cross the grandstand finish line outside Liverpool Town Hall; complete with stilt walking festive characters and 'real' snow.

The event also features the Mini Dash 1K for youngsters aged:- 12 and under. It starts at approximately 11am in Castle Street, once all Santas in the main Dash have completed the course. The youngsters follow a similar City Centre route before crossing the finish line outside Liverpool Town Hall.

The BTR Liverpool Santa Dash is an accessible event open to everyone, from those running purely for fun to groups of fundraisers.

The event acts as a platform for community groups, businesses, and charities to fundraise independently while taking part.

Santas walk, jog, or run alongside wheelchair participants, families, groups of friends or colleagues; even tiny Santas in prams and four-legged furry Santas.

The Liverpool Santa Dash entry fee covers all costs to organise and deliver the event including:- road closures, safety measures, Santa suits, medals, goody bags, and entertainment.