Intrepid runners turned out for a festive fundraiser in Motcombe – raising nearly £4,000 for their primary school.

Despite icy and drizzly conditions, the people of Motcombe turned up on Sunday 4 December for the return of The Great Motcombe Santa Run.

While the final fundraising amount is still to be confirmed, nearly £4,000 has been raised for Motcombe Primary School PTA from almost 350 runners, generous sponsorship from more than 30 local businesses and many supporters who came along and bought drinks and cakes.
“The money will fund projects such as an overhaul of the audio-visual equipment in the school hall and KS2 play equipment for the school field,” said an event spokesperson. “As well as resurfacing play areas and replacing the outdoor stage.
“Everyone was heartily warmed up before the race by CrossFit Shaftesbury.
“The fastest runner, Huw Davies, made a 3km run look effortless as he hurtled gracefully over the finish line only 10 minutes after the race started.
“The fastest female runner was Katy Sugden who completed the route in a blistering blaze.”

The Great Motcombe Santa Run will be returning on Sunday
3 December, 2023.
For more details and entry details, follow @motcombesantarun on Facebook and visit www.thegreatmotcombesantarun.co.uk.