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ADS Charity Santa Fun Run, 5k Dorney Lake, Eton, Windsor 11th December 2016

by Alzheimers Dementia Support (ADS)

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Date and Time

Sun, 11 December 2016

12:00 – 15:00

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Location

Eton College Rowing Lake, Dorney, Eton

off Court Lane

Dorney

SL4 6QP

United Kingdom

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Pre paid registrations have now ended to allow for event admin - but don't worry you can register and pay on the day or support LOCAL People with Dementia and their Carers by making a donation here or by cash or cheque or Text HOHO33 £3 to 70070 to donate to 'ADS' and make a difference today. JustTextGiving by Vodafone. Thank you for your support

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Registration has now closed to allow for admin but you can register and pay on the day.

'ADS' Santa Fun Run

- Fun for all the Family!

Raising money to support LOCAL People with Dementia,

their Carers & Families in Windsor, Ascot, Maidenhead, Slough, Langley & all points between.

750 jolly Santa's will be rising to the challenge - will you?

EARLY BIRD BOOKINGS & DISCOUNTS (registrations & payment by 25/10/16)

Use code EARLYSANTA before 25th Oct and get 10% discount off ALL registrations -

Please ask your Sports Club, School or Company to get in touch for EXCLUSIVE bulk discount codes

What is it?

It's a 5k Run (walk, wheel or jog) which is approx 3.1 miles once round Dorney Lake. Please encourage as many people to take part or sponsor you as you can. Run for fun and raise money for Alzheimers Dementia Support 'ADS', challenge your colleagues or simply smash your personal best . Dogs on leads and kids on scooters/pushchairs/wheelchairs welcome with responsible owners and guardians though please – see T’s & C’s below.

What you will get for your registration:

Adult

FUNdraising pack to download
Full Santa Suit
Exclusive Supporters Nylon Drawstring Bag full of Goodies
Bottle of water
Runners Medal
Certificate
Dog Treats

Child

FUNdraising pack to download
Santa Hat
Bottle of Water
Runners Medal

**To keep child ticket prices low Children will not receive a goody bag but additional ones will be available to purchase on the day**

Medals AND Prizes will be awarded for the following categories and we would like to invite our winners to stay for our official award ceremony at 2pm:

Fastest Time (Adult Male & Female 1st & 2nd)
Best Dressed Wheels (pushchair, wheelchair or scooter)
Best Dressed Dog

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What else is happening?

Our event will be opened by an array of local dignitaries and special guests who will be joining in the fun!

We will have a flash mob dance warm up and a Christmas sing-song before the race is started by our VIP guests. Post race you will be awarded your finishing medal, certificate & Goody Bag as a thank you for your amazing efforts. All activities will be held outdoors.

Where does the money go?

Alzheimers Dementia Support 'ADS' is a charity which offers constructive practical guidance and a wide range of services to help people in the local community whose lives are directly or indirectly affected by Dementia.

We strive to make a difference by helping those affected cope better whilst giving them the opportunity to experience a little joy and laughter in their difficult lives.

'ADS' have one simple aim - to directly provide a much wider and consistanly developing range of services and support specifically geared to meet the current needs of individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease here within our local community, both for People with Dementia and also their Carers in equal measure.

Thank you for your support - All of the funds raised by 'ADS' are solely utilised locally to support these local people.

FAQs

Where do I collect my Santa Suit/Hat & Race Number ?

You must collect your suit from our Collection Point in the Nicholsons Centre, Maidenhead SL6 1LB on Friday/Saturday 2nd/3rd December or Friday/Saturday 9th/10th December .

How can I FUNdraise for Alzheimers Dementia Support 'ADS'?

Donations of ALL sizes are very gratefully received which is why we do not have a minimum donation pledge for our event....so here's how you can do it:

Make an additional donation when you purchase your ticket
Text HOHO33 £3 to 70070 to donate through Just Text Giving
Set up a Just Giving page, either individually or as a team https://www.justgiving.com/alzheimersdementiasupport/donate
Download a manual sponsorship and FUNDraising rescources from our website http://www.alzheimersdementiasupport.co.uk/fundraising/
Send a cheque made payable to Alzheimers Dementia Support, Unit 113, 5 High Street, Maidenhead, SL6 1JN
Be proactive - Ask if your workplace match employee FUNdraiaing, make donations or can donate a prize...Volunteer for 'ADS'...Ask for permission to display our Santa Fun Run poster at your place of work/local shop/school/ front garden.... colour in or design a Santa picture and 'auction' it off to your family...bake some mince pies for donations at work...bring us your spare foreign coins...donate on the day...purchase additional Goody Bags for your friends...you get the idea!

What is the refund policy?

All registration fees are non-refundable or transferable.

Cancellation:

The organisers reserve the right to cancel the event due to exceptional circumstances…for example very severe weather or some other emergency that may effect safety. Under these circumstances regrettably no refunds can be given as the costs to the charity will have been incurred.

Is the course measured?

The track around Dorney is not officially measured but is an appoximate 5k distance.

Is the Race Timed?

There will be a visible race clock and volunteers from Maidenhead Athletics Club (MAC) will be taking the times of the first 100 past the line only. No Number No Time - your race number must be clearly displayed on your chest for a time to be noted. Times will be posted in paper format only on the day in the club house from 2pm

Disabled Access:

Disabled parking is at the side of the Boat House with lift access to first floor. We welcome wheelchair Santas.

Terms & Conditions

On the Day:

The event is open from 12pm and with starters orders at 12.45pm.

Waiver:

"In completing this entry I declare that I, or anyone that I am paying for or is accompanying me, will not take part in the event unless medically fit to do so and that in any event will be participating at my/their own risk.

I accept that the organisers will not be liable for anyloss, damage, action, claim, cost or expenses which may arise in consequence of my/our participation in the event.

I understand that entrance fees are non-refundable

I also hereby give my permission for ADS to use my name, any comments, quotes, video footage and photographic likeness for marketing and promotional purposes. I also agree to abide by the Terms and Conditions of the event."

On site:

Please do not park on the grass verges
Please do not leave children or dogs unaccompanied.
Please be aware that there are no cloak room or storage facilities at the venue (Eton College Rowing Lake, Dorney). The Venue or Organisers (‘ADS’) can in no way be held responsible for any injury or illness incurred during, or as a result of the event, or for any property lost, stolen or damaged.
All participants must follow instructions given by the race officials, volunteers, medical people etc...
All participants must conduct themselves in a professional and courteous manner.
A fun run number will be provided to each participant which they must wear prominently and they should write their name and address and state any special medical conditions they may have on the reverse side
Participants are asked to wear the Santa suits provided but do so at their own risk.
Baby joggers, strollers and wheelchairs etc, where safe to do so, are permitted on the course as are pets as long as they are under control and cause no damage or risk to other participants. Those with wheeled equipment and pets are asked to start the race at the official start time only but from the back of the group of fun runners.
The Official start time is the only time fun runners should take to the course and all are requested to take part in a short ‘warm-up’ 10 minutes prior to the official start time.
First Aiders/Medical support will be available and all participants agree to accept, what is deemed to be, appropriate treatment and advice should any illness/injury occur.

Generous Donations by:

This year we also have exciting new direct marketing and sponsorship opportunities for supporting businesses of all sizes - Do you have a special offer or give away for our runners or would you like to sponsor our event? Please get in touch, we'd love to hear your ideas.

We Ho-Ho-Hope to see you there!

Further enquiries to: nicolaconnell@alzheimersdementiasupport.co.uk

text or call 0751 376 2900

Alzheimers Dementia Support

Unit 113, 5 High Street,

Maidenhead,

Berks,

SL6 1JN

www.AlzheimersDementiaSupport.co.uk