Liverpool's Santa Dash 2009 is a huge Success

OVER 7,000 off-duty Father Christmases took part in what was a fantastic charity event in Liverpool on Sunday, 6 December 2009. Fingers crossed it should make the World Record, which we narrowly missed in 2008, so watch this space. The day was cold and rain zoomed down as the race began; yet the atmosphere was far more warm and jolly... As the race set off, the applause from the watching crowd vibrated round the historic Pier Head. Then, as the race snaked through this world famous city, a crescendo of Ho! Ho! Ho's! rang out... Just as the race was coming to the end of the course it began to pour down again... But that was short- lived and the heavens cleared up for the children's race. 'Well done' to the thousands of Santas who took part in what is a very bizarre but highly entertaining race. At the end of the race, I met up with some of the organisers in Coffee republic. "We would like to thank every one who helped us put this event on. Without the support from Liverpool City Council, The Red Cross, Merseyside Police, Radio City and the other groups and businesses, too countless to name, we would not have had such a successful event. This has been the best yet, and we hope to again build on this in 2010. Please keep your eyes on our website  and Join the Liverpool Santa Dash 2010 Facebook group page now." We were told by another of the event's organisers over a warming cup of hot chocolate. What always fascinates me, not only the journey in on the train, but also the journey back, is watching the children's faces as they see so many Santas pass them on the station. Let's hope 2010 will be even better, and Happy Christmas to all who took part...

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