Organised through St Gemma’s hospice, the event sees those taking part in the weekly 5km run at parks across Leeds dress up as Santa Clause and other Christmas characters to raise money and awareness for the local charity.
Among those taking part this morning (Saturday) at Roundhay Park was Charlotte Knight, who began fundraising last week after visiting her sister-in-law at the hospice.
She said: “I started a Just Giving page and I’ve been amazed to have received over £400 so far.”
She said that this morning’s event was “brilliant”, adding: “There was a lot of people taking part and supporting so there was a lot of organising but they did a great job.”
Check out our photographer Steve Riding’s photos below.
7. Early morning sun
It was a beautiful morning to take part in the Parkrun. | Steve Riding
8. Fundraising hero
Roundhay Park runner Charlotte Knight of Roundhay running past The Mansion. Charlotte has raised over £400 for St Gemma's in the lead up to the run. | Steve Riding
9. Merry running
Roundhay Park runners Helen Goldthorpe and Liam Mealey of Roundhay | Steve Riding
10. Leeds-wide
As well as Roundhay Park, the Santa Dash was held at Parkruns at Temple Newsam, Rothwell, Bramley and Woodhouse Moor. | Steve Riding
11. St Gemma's
The Santa Dash raises thousands of pounds for St Gemma's every year. | Steve Riding
12. High spirits
There was a great spirit among those taking part in the run. | Steve Riding