Dundee Hundreds don Santa suits for annual Dundee charity run By Jake Keith December 2 2018, 11:55am December 2 2018, 11:55am Share Hundreds don Santa suits for annual Dundee charity run Share via Facebook Twitter Linkedin Whatsapp Messenger Email Post link https://www.thecourier.co.uk/fp/news/dundee/776806/hundreds-don-santa-suits-for-annual-dundee-charity-run/ Copy Link The route takes runners around the city centre Over 600 Santas filled the streets of Dundee today to raise cash for The ARCHIE Foundation. In only its second year, the Dundee Santa Dash sees Dundonians don the traditional red suit and beard before jogging together through the city centre. It is hoped the run will raise thousands for Tayside Children’s Hospital at Ninewells. Santa-tastic in City Square @dundeecity for @LACDundee and @archietayside !!!! pic.twitter.com/HyICgMy5g6 — Claire Dow (@DowClaire) December 2, 2018 Garry Smith, events and promotions officer for organisers Leisure and Culture Dundee, said the atmosphere has been “absolutely fantastic”. >>24 Days of Christmas – Click here for special festive deals from some of our favourite local business He said: “Around 500 people signed up before with an extra 100 turning up today. “Everyone is in the spirit and dressed up. Some of the accessories on show are just great.” The total amount raised will be revealed in a few weeks time. Meanwhile, Dundee Bikers also held their annual Santa Run for local charities Glenlaw House and Spectrum. Over 100 bikers took part, raising in excess of £1000 and also donating toys and gifts for children.
